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Diana Mora

Miramar,FL

Summary

Leader in global regulatory standards and risk management with a proven track record in compliance affairs. Developed and coached high-performing teams to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive business transformation. Expertise in operational strategy and financial acumen, ensuring alignment with business goals through effective communication and problem-solving. Recognized for enhancing productivity and fostering team synergy in dynamic settings.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Regulatory, and Risk Governance Senior Director

Visa
Miami, United States
12.2015 - Current
  • Led regulatory supervision across Latin America and Caribbean, support Visa, and leadership teams to manage current and upcoming supervisory requirements, meeting Visa’s regulatory obligations and expectations at a regional, and country level.
  • Managed risk governance through regional committees, enhancing executive oversight of Visa’s risk management framework.
  • Directed Third-Party Lifecycle Management Program in LAC, securing reliable third-party relationships.
  • Supported regulatory matters through coordinated supervisory engagement, aligning with Visa and client interests.

Compliance Director

Visa
Bogota, Colombia
12.2015 - 04.2018
  • Executed implementation and oversight of Compliance Programs, including Anti-Money Laundering/and Counter Terrorism Financing, Anti-Bribery, Business Conduct and Ethics, and Data Privacy across Andean Countries, as well as Panama, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
  • Prepared reports for executive management regarding compliance issues and progress against established goals.
  • Coordinated efforts between departments when developing new policies or making changes to existing ones.
  • Served as AML Compliance Officer for Visa Colombia Support Services before Colombian Financial Superintendence.
  • Facilitated strategic legal discussions with Colombian Central Bank and Ministry of Finance.
  • Reported directly to Senior Vice-President of Compliance for Latin America and Caribbean region.

Associate Advisor – Lawyer and Compliance Officer

RICS Management
Bogota, Colombia
10.2014 - 11.2015
  • Company Overview: Risk, Intelligence, Compliance and Security
  • Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer
  • Led counseling services portfolio in corporate risks, and compliance matters, as well as corporate investigations, and due diligence to local, and international clients from multiple sectors, and industries.
  • Risk, Intelligence, Compliance and Security
  • Conducted research into the markets, trends, and regulations to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Actively sought out new business by networking with other professionals in the field as well as attending community events.

Local Compliance Officer (LCO)

HSBC Colombia S.A.
Bogota, Colombia
10.2007 - 10.2014
  • Company Overview: currently GNB Sudameris Bank
  • Reporting to the Legal Vice-president, and the Regional Compliance Officer
  • Created the Compliance area in all vehicles in Colombia and served as Compliance Officer for multiple line of business: Retail Banking, Global Banking (Corporate), Global Markets (Treasury) and Commercial Banking (Middle and small enterprises).
  • Effectively led compliance programs in lines of business, and managed regulatory relationship with the Colombian Financial Superintendence.
  • Appointed as AML Compliance Officer for HSBC local subsidiaries before the supervisory authority.
  • Currently GNB Sudameris Bank
  • Ensured timely completion of periodic reports required by regulators.
  • Developed and implemented compliance policies and procedures.
  • Assessed the effectiveness of existing processes and procedures related to compliance.
  • Advised management on best practices in compliance-related matters.

Internal Auditor, and Compliance Officer

Grupo de Negocios y Capitales S.A.
Bogota, Colombia
01.2004 - 09.2007
  • Reporting to the Board of Directors
  • Served as Internal Auditor to ensure appropriate oversight on processes, controls, and mitigation plans company wide.
  • Led Internal Control Monitoring Program to manage the business main risks and comply with local regulations, especially regulation related to Anti-Money Laundering.
  • Analyzed business operations and identified opportunities for improvement in internal control systems.
  • Developed audit programs and internal control systems to identify areas of risk.

Legal consultant – Internal Auditor

American Values S.A.
01.2001 - 01.2007
  • Legal advisory in subjects related to Exchange and Foreign Investment Law and Anti-Money Laundering regulation.
  • Perform Due Diligence.
  • Design internal control program and risk management policies.
  • Conduct reviews and perform compliance auditing to mitigate AML/CTF, legal and operational risks.

Senior Auditor

NorSur Consulting S.A.
01.2006 - 12.2006
  • Provided auditing services to local, and international companies.
  • Conduct Anti- Money Laundering audits and reviews to foreign exchange bureaus, brokerage firms and financial institutions.
  • Design and conduct training programs and seminars.

External Legal Counsel

Carlos Augusto Oviedo
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Performed legal research, controlled, and monitored legal documents related to Banking and Financial Law and Foreign Exchange Law.
  • Supported compliance with corporate requirements of the company (board and committee minutes, shareholders meeting’s minutes).

Legal Counsel

International Law Consultants S.A.
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Served as Legal Counsel in matters related to Colombian Foreign Exchange and Foreign Investment Law, including litigation with appropriate authorities.
  • Structured indebtedness, imports, exports, and technology transfer agreements.
  • Conducted compliance audits and reviews, in matters related but not limited to Colombia Exchange and Foreign Investment Law and AML regulation.
  • Perform costumer’s Due Diligence.
  • Designed and conducted training programs and seminars.

Education

Masters - Risk Management

Universidad Antonio Nebrija De Madrid
Spain
03.2017

Postgraduate Program in Forensic Audits - LLM equivalent

Universidad Externado De Colombia
Colombia
12.2011

Postgraduate Program in Financial Law - LLM equivalent

Universidad De Los Andes
Colombia
10.2005

Law's J.D equivalent -

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Colombia
12.2003

Skills

  • Complex problem-solving
  • Thoughtful leadership
  • Curiosity
  • Attention to detail
  • Strategic planning
  • Effective communication
  • Culture transformation
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Team development
  • Decision-making
  • Resourcefulness
  • Stakeholder engagement

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Professional
Italian
Limited

Timeline

Regulatory, and Risk Governance Senior Director

Visa
12.2015 - Current

Compliance Director

Visa
12.2015 - 04.2018

Associate Advisor – Lawyer and Compliance Officer

RICS Management
10.2014 - 11.2015

Local Compliance Officer (LCO)

HSBC Colombia S.A.
10.2007 - 10.2014

Senior Auditor

NorSur Consulting S.A.
01.2006 - 12.2006

Internal Auditor, and Compliance Officer

Grupo de Negocios y Capitales S.A.
01.2004 - 09.2007

Legal Counsel

International Law Consultants S.A.
01.2004 - 01.2005

External Legal Counsel

Carlos Augusto Oviedo
01.2003 - 01.2006

Legal consultant – Internal Auditor

American Values S.A.
01.2001 - 01.2007

Masters - Risk Management

Universidad Antonio Nebrija De Madrid

Postgraduate Program in Forensic Audits - LLM equivalent

Universidad Externado De Colombia

Postgraduate Program in Financial Law - LLM equivalent

Universidad De Los Andes

Law's J.D equivalent -

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Diana Mora