Fereba Ashufta

Strategic Compliance and Risk Executive with 15+ years of experience leading enterprise compliance, audit, BSA/AML, risk management, and regulatory oversight programs across credit unions, banks, and fintech organizations. Proven success building compliance frameworks, strengthening governance, managing regulatory examinations, and advising executive leadership on risk mitigation and regulatory strategy.

Senior Compliance Specialist, Testing & Monitoring Program Manager - Patelco Credit Union

(2021-01)

• Lead enterprise Compliance Testing & Monitoring Program and risk-based regulatory reviews.
• Advise senior leadership on regulatory changes, risk mitigation, and remediation strategies.
• Strengthen CMS governance, vendor risk oversight, and enterprise risk assessment processes.
• Lead GRC implementation initiatives and mentor compliance professionals.

Internal Audit Manager - San Francisco Federal Credit Union

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

• Established and managed risk-based internal audit program.
• Led audits, examinations, and executive reporting.
• Enhanced internal controls, remediation tracking, and risk management practices.

Head of North America BSA/AML - Escrow.com

(2018-01 - 2019-12)

• Led AML compliance program for North America operations.
• Directed AML investigations, KYC, OFAC, and regulatory examination activities.
• Partnered with executives to strengthen compliance and risk frameworks.

VP, Senior Regional Compliance Manager - HSBC Bank

(2014-01 - 2017-12)

• Served as a strategic compliance advisor to senior leadership.
• Oversaw compliance monitoring, testing, and risk assessments.
• Partnered across Legal, Risk, Finance, and Operations to drive regulatory compliance.

AVP, BSA/AML & Operations - Summit Bank

(2011-01 - 2013-12)

• Led BSA/AML compliance and branch operations.
• Oversaw SAR/CTR programs, Board reporting, and regulatory training.

B.S. - Business Management (Human Resources)

A.A. - Administration of Justice