As Data Analyst for the Risk Department, I’m responsible for collaborating with departments both internal and external to the Risk Department to help develop, review, and execute analytics.This involves the development and execution of analytics through the utilization of various tools. These tools include, but are not limited to SQL, PowerBI, and Alteryx. Additionally, I work directly with the Internal Audit Department, a subset of the Risk Department, to assist in the review of analytics utilized by departments across the firm. Key contributions include:• Executing and supporting complex data extractions and analysis• Advising Internal Auditors on data sources and analytics methodologies.• Preparing and assisting with data visualizations• Developing and implementing documentation methodologies and standards for different types of analyses performed* Actively engaging with related internal and external communities to ensure best practices are considered and utilized

As Manager of Risk & Regulatory with Hilliard Lyons, I was responsible for supervising all areas of credit and market risk monitoring procedures. This role involved conducting reviews of significant processes to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. I also analyzed review areas, identified problems, and recommend corrective actions for resolution to management. I maintained responsibility for follow-up on identified issues and tracking corrective action. In addition, I reviewed new regulations or changes and disseminate relevant information to operational areas to maintain compliance. Key contributions included:• Assisting cross-functional departments with policy reviews and revisions from an independent review perspective• Performing extensive due diligence on new products and coordinates review meetings with senior management• Acting as Privacy Coordinator including updating of firm-side privacy policies and addressing all privacy breaches• Ensuring privacy issues have been addressed based on relevant laws and controls in place to prevent future issues• Utilizing various business intelligence tools to monitor and trend various risk metrics

I provided leadership as an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officer responsible for oversight of the Hilliard Lyons’ Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Program. In this position, I collaborated cross-functionally to ensure all AML activities aligned with the organization’s overall goals and objectives. Additionally, I identified opportunities and implemented industry best practices to drive efficiency & process improvement. Key contributions included: • Supervised firm’s Customer Identification Process and performed transaction surveillance and fraud investigation• Filed Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as necessary with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)

As a Risk Analyst I was responsible for monitoring the firm’s inventory for market and credit risks. This role involved maintaining responsibility for providing consistent communication to senior management as appropriate. I also performed ad hoc projects requested by the management team to support operational effectiveness. In addition, I worked cross-functionally to support risk management processes and procedures. Key contributions included: • Collaborated with internal departments to identify potential risks and recommend actions when applicable• Worked in conjunction with company’s IT Department to implement the Onbase document retention system

I served as a Client Tax Specialist responsible for collaborating with other members of the Tax Department to ensure compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations regarding information reporting and backup withholding. This position included maintaining clients’ cost basis records for performance and year-end reporting according to best practices.

I started with Stephens and Lawson as an Accountant responsible for preparing tax returns for select corporate and personal clients. This role included conducting bookkeeping operations for a variety of companies. I also upgraded and maintained the computer systems and assisted in audit engagements of municipalities.