Responsible for Client Due Diligence, Onboarding, Fraud, Transactional Due Diligence, KYC. Speaker at several conferences about KYC / AML, onboarding, CDD, TDD. Comments on TVs and journals about commodity markets and economics.
A professional with a long term expertise in several departments and banks which gives an in-depth knowledge of optimizing CDD flows between internal and external parties. I have developed a comprehensive experience in the complex regulatory landscape, ensuring adherence to both local and international laws and regulations.
My department and processes have undergone multiple audits conducted by regulators/internal and external auditors, and I am proud to state that we have consistently received clean letters and/or no major findings. These audits serve as a testament to the robustness of my financial practices, high quality, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
My department is one of the biggest in the bank which gives me solid experience of being a strategic leader, adept at attracting top talent, establishing a positive work culture, and fostering employee development. My department has had highest scores in engagement surveys combined with meeting targets and deadlines. I have successfully built high-performing teams that thrive in challenging environments, driving productivity, and achieving exceptional outcomes.
Throughout my professional journey, I have had the privilege of establishing several departments from scratch, a task that requires vision, strategic thinking, and a strong execution plan. Some are hereunder:
Risk Surveillance Department at Credit Europe Bank
TCF Middle Office department at Garantibank International NV
Business Support Services at Garantibank International NV
Throughout my professional career, I have managed several successful projects, where I have full responsibility for their execution (saved costs, optimized time, and enhanced overall efficiency). I have consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. Here are some managed/responsible projects:
Implementation of RPAs / Robotics
Digital based KYC/CDD solutions
App/Web based ID verification
Electronic signatures
Screening APIs
Financial analysis tool
Digital onboarding
I possess a proven track record of consistently meeting targets, ensuring operational excellence, and optimizing business flows and efficiency (focused approach, innovative strategies, lean management, and a keen understanding of market dynamics).
I am also s well-recognized Commodity Market Expert and Economist. My writings and comments can be followed on several TVs, newspapers, journals and websites.Â