Jolita Laurinaviciute has almost 20 years of experience in the financial and banking industry, spanning roles as an in-house counsel and AML compliance expert with extensive knowledge in regulatory compliance, legal advisory, and financial crime prevention. Currently serving as the 2nd Vice President on the Global AML Advisory Team at Northern Trust, Jolita excels in providing support to business units on AML/KYC onboarding and remediation initiatives, while also contributing to various AML-related projects and initiatives.

Throughout her career, Jolita has held various roles in the financial sector, including her position at Wintrust Financial Corporation, where she worked as a BSA Governance & Senior Quality Assurance Officer. Her experience encompasses preparing for and coordinating regulatory and audit examinations, as well as participating in projects related to BSA/AML and OFAC Compliance Programs.

Jolita began her career at AB DNB Bank in Vilnius, Lithuania, where for 10 years she served as an Inhouse Counsel. Her areas of expertise included corporate governance, trademark protection, products and services, AML, and regulatory compliance. She has demonstrated her ability to manage complex regulatory projects. Alongside her professional accomplishments, Jolita has consistently played an active role in knowledge-sharing and training initiatives.

Jolita holds a Master's Degree in Business Law and a Bachelor of Science degree in Law and Management from Mykolas Romeris University in Vilnius, Lithuania. She is proficient in Lithuanian and Russian languages.

Jolita is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist - Risk Management (CAMS RM).