Meet the Founder

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I love to learn, so when I stumbled into a position in regulatory compliance and banking law in 2003, I knew I had found my calling. From the paramount implementation of the USA PATRIOT Act to the sweeping reform of the Dodd-Frank Act, and countless others in between and since, I never tire of the fast-paced livelihood that is compliance risk management.

With over 20 years of experience in leading compliance and risk management efforts at community and regional banks in the Midwest, I decided to venture into consulting. I founded RegWise Consulting LLC to provide advisory and assurance services to financial institutions across the country, drawing on my deep experience in designing, implementing, and managing effective enterprise risk and compliance frameworks. 

Throughout my career, I have held leadership roles including Chief Risk Officer, Director of Corporate Compliance, Compliance Officer, CRA Officer, and BSA Officer, often serving in multiple capacities simultaneously. I have worked with multiple U.S. regulatory agencies, successfully navigating significant regulatory changes and events, including enforcement action remediation and the implementation of landmark legislation.

A graduate of several ABA compliance and risk management programs, I earned my Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) designation in 2010 with the highest national score that year. My approach combines regulatory expertise with a practical understanding of the financial industry, and my passion for collaboration, detail, and problem-solving drives every engagement.

When I’m not consulting, I enjoy traveling, exploring history and ancestry, and spending time with my family. I’m blessed to have married my high school sweetheart, RJ, and to have three uniquely wonderful children.