Experience

Over the past two decades, I have led complex programs across major Canadian financial institutions, supporting regulatory change, AML modernization, AI-enabled delivery, and enterprise governance. My experience spans initiatives where clarity, structure, and disciplined execution are essential.

Regulatory Change Programs

I have delivered multiple regulatory initiatives under tight timelines, ensuring compliance, cross-functional alignment, and accurate reporting.

Examples include:

  • FATCA implementation and reporting
  • FINTRAC regulatory changes (LCTR, EFTR, STR forms)

Focus: governance, data readiness, regulatory interpretation, enterprise-wide coordination, and cost-efficient solution delivery, including significant savings achieved during FATCA implementation.

AML Modernization & Financial Crime Initiatives

I have supported AML transformation across technology, compliance, and business teams, improving controls and operational efficiency.

Examples include:

  • Name screening modernization
  • Operational workflow improvements

Focus: strengthening AML frameworks, improving detection quality, and reducing operational cost.

AI-Enabled Delivery & Emerging Technology

I have led feasibility assessments and delivery planning for AI-enabled AML solutions, helping organizations evaluate and adopt modern capabilities responsibly.

Examples include:

  • Google AML AI proof-of-concept
  • Vendor vs. internal solution analysis
  • Model lifecycle and explainability considerations

Focus: informed adoption, governance, and accelerated time-to-market.

Enterprise Governance & Executive Reporting

I have established governance structures that enable clarity, accountability, and informed decision-making across large programs.

Examples include:

  • Steering committee frameworks
  • Executive dashboards and reporting
  • Risk and issue management models

Focus: transparency, alignment, and predictable delivery.

Early Technical Foundation (CERN, RIPE NCC, Lucent)

My career began in Europe, where I worked at CERN while completing my graduate studies, followed by engineering roles at RIPE NCC and Lucent Technologies.

Focus: real-time systems, parallel processing, data acquisition, and European network operations.