Richart Ruddie is a passionate advocate for data privacy and the founding superhero of Captain Compliance, with the mantra to build Captain Compliance into a global leading resource for organizations navigating the ever-evolving landscape of data protection regulations. With a deep understanding of the complex legal and ethical issues surrounding data privacy, Richart is an IAPP certified member based out of South Florida and after a successful career in the online public relations space has dedicated his career to empowering businesses to build trust with their customers and operate in a responsible and compliant manner. A Trailblazer in Data Privacy Richart’s foresight in recognizing the growing importance of data privacy when just 1 state privacy law existed led him to establish Captain Compliance to serve the growing need for help with privacy matters. The platform he envisioned has become a trusted resource for organizations of all sizes, providing them with the tools and guidance they need to achieve and maintain data privacy compliance in an automated fashion. Guiding Businesses Through the Compliance Maze Richart’s expertise extends beyond theoretical knowledge. He possesses a keen ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical solutions for businesses. His leadership at Captain Compliance ensures the platform offers user-friendly tools, informative resources, and expert guidance, empowering organizations to confidently navigate the intricacies of data privacy compliance. Beyond Captain Compliance Richart’s influence extends beyond Captain Compliance. He is a frequent speaker at SXSW in Austin, Texas, podcasts, privacy and security industry events, sharing his insights on data privacy with a wider audience. His thought leadership and commitment to raising awareness about data privacy issues have positioned him as a respected figure in both the digital marketing world as well as the data privacy space. Looking Forward Richart remains passionate about the future of data privacy. He is committed to staying at the forefront of the evolving regulatory landscape and ensuring Captain Compliance continues to provide businesses with the most up-to-date resources and guidance. With Richart’s leadership, Captain Compliance is well-positioned to continue empowering businesses to navigate the complexities of data privacy and build trust with their customers in the digital age. In the little bit of spare time that he has available today he enjoys playing tennis, padel, yoga, hiking, traveling the world, going to music festivals, reading books, collecting art, playing with his dog bear, and spending time with his growing family.
Privacy lawsuits are making headlines daily. Law firms have figured out that they can sue any website operator who runs a Linkedin Insights Tag on their website without proper consent
Earlier this month the Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser’s office announced the final revisions to the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) rulemaking package. The new rules, first proposed in July and
On October 1, 2025, Maryland became the 18th U.S. state to enforce a comprehensive consumer privacy law. What stands out however is that the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA)
As a leading data privacy software provider helping business owners to protect their businesses by installing and setting up cookie consent banners, accurate privacy notices, and opt-outs via our data
Every single week we warn businesses from France to America about the privacy risks their sites are running. In fact today we heard one say “We don’t do that.” A
In a move that underscores Texas’s growing focus on consumer protection, the state has amended its Regulation of Telephone Solicitation (RTS) law—often called the “mini-TCPA” due to its similarities to
Italy’s data protection authority (Garante) announced it is conducting checks after reports that several Italian hotels were hacked and thousands of high-resolution scans of passports, ID cards, and other check-in
The world of compliance technology is changing fast and Captain Compliance strives to be a leader in AI Privacy innovation. We are proud to announce that we have fully integrated
As we’ve said that the states are only ramping up enforcement from here on out. Oregon is has named Nik Blosser a former Biden administration official and past chief of
Yet another announcement about the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) issuing a regulatory fine. This time it’s a smaller number a $55,400 fine to data broker Accurate Append, Inc. for
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