Partnering with Financial Advisor to create deep, trusted client relationships with exceptional service while she focuses on delivering customized, solutions-based advice to clients. Conveying a welcoming presence, working on business plans, overseeing schedules, continuously working to improve the client experience and branch processes.Previous: As Area Leader Admin, my primary focus was supporting my Financial Advisor in his role as Area Leader providing guidance and leadership for eleven Florida regions and acting as a liaison with the home office. I also worked alongside a talented Sr. BOA in the important role of serving our clients, building strong relationships, and successfully operating our branch office.

Provide general client service support to Financial Advisor Stephen A. Griese, CLTC, including administrative activities, client, home office and network communications, preparing reports and updating client records. Worked on building processes and creating simplified job aids within the practice to streamline and assist with the routine responsibilities.

Relocated to Bradenton/Sarasota FL. I had a successful career in banking managing a compliance program as well as other responsibilities over the years, but have skills and experience that can transition into other businesses. I have managed employees (1-30), was responsible for the development and maintenance of a compliance program, worked with federal regulators/regulations, used multiple software applications, managed vendor relationships and have written/maintained procedures and policies. I have been on both ends of an audit, successfully passed and performed them. I scheduled, developed and presented training sessions, conducted investigations, documented files and led/participated in projects. Board reports, committee reports, budget and planning, identifying efficiencies and performing risk assessments were all a part of my daily life. I take great satisfaction in coaching/mentoring others to continually improve and am willing and eager to take on new challenges and career opportunities. Earned designation of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS®). Being organized, analytical, and a strong speaker have served me well in my career so far and I believe those same skills and past experiences can translate into success elsewhere.

Collaborated with the Chief Risk Officer/Information Security Officer, Security Officer, BSA/AML Compliance Officer and Chief Auditor to assist the Corporate Risk division, focused on projects related to the BSA/AML program, Information Security and Audit.

Served as Bank Secrecy Officer to Canandaigua National Bank and affiliates, Canandaigua National Trust Company of Florida, CNB Mortgage Company and as a resource to Genesee Valley Trust Company.Responsible for developing and implementing effective policies, procedures, and programs specifically related to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering AML), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and USA Patriot Act; implementing strategies to achieve goals developed for the department as part of the division’s annual operating plan; assisting in the development of the annual budget; ensuring the bank’s compliance with various operating policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements; preparing/presenting periodic reports to the President and CEO, Board of Directors of each entity, and other groups, committees, or individuals as required; communicating and interfacing with other divisions and management personnel; designing and providing program related training. Led Steering Committee project teams for implementation of automated AML monitoring and case management software and participated in internal efficiency studies of departments intended to streamline processes and increase efficiencies, ultimately decreasing costs. Interpreted the impact of industry developments relevant to the Program and Risk Assessment and worked with appropriate personnel to ensure such developments were communicated as appropriate. Responsible for management of assigned employees in the department including staffing, scheduling, compensation, performance management, training/development, succession planning to effectively utilize group and individual capabilities and enhance development and performance. Previous experience as Assistant Branch Administrator (managed fraud cases, supervised float staff, assisted in development and conducting of training programs, maintained corporate procedure manual), Customer Financial Services Representative and Teller.