Fahid Chowdhury, CAFS

A data-driven senior financial crime specialist with 8+ years of experience in developing and implementing strategic anti-financial crime initiatives, including fraud prevention strategies, handling high-profile fraud investigations and fighting crime.

Experienced at transforming regulatory requirements into operational and business controls to be compliant, as well as establishing and implementing strong governance frameworks. A strong track record of leading FinCrime change programs & projects, and in developing and deploying FinCrime technology solutions such as transaction monitoring and client screening. Strong background in FinCrime risk management, with a thorough understanding of the current legal and regulatory landscapes. Recognized for managing the FinCrime service functions and leveraging data to guide decision-making. An advocate of growth and continuous improvement, identifying processes that are not scaling efficiently and working with FinCrime Ops and Product teams to improve delivery. A proactive leader and problem-solver, employing a positive "one team" culture and coaching and encouraging team members to work to their full potential.