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Kennedy Meda

Summary

Fraud Fighter with over a decade of experience in fraud detection and regulatory compliance. Expert in analyzing data for patterns and trends, and recommending remediation strategies. Specialized in advanced fraud prevention solutions, AML/KYC, and high-risk industry monitoring. Skilled in policy development and cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for thought leadership and industry contributions.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Digital Safety and Fraud Solutions

Centific
08.2023 - Current
  • Led the development of a Gen AI platform for SAR filings with Microsoft, improving efficiency and accuracy.
  • Conducted comprehensive Microsoft product risk assessments, identifying and mitigating blind spots.
  • Collaborated with Microsoft to enhance fraud tools and pattern analysis, to refine fraud products.
  • Monitored industry trends and emerging fraud tactics to proactively addressing potential threats.
  • Developed and delivered training programs on digital safety, fraud prevention, and compliance.

Senior Fraud and Financial Crime BDR

Bottomline Technologies Inc
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Utilized decade of fraud and financial crimes experience to develop customized fraud solutions for clients, addressing their unique pain points.
  • Communicated with decision makers within organizations to build networks and develop leads.
  • Increased Bottomline brand visibility by facilitating and participating in fraud focused events, conferences, and trade shows.
  • Achieved a 200% account executive acceptance rate, generating a $2M sales pipeline
  • Nominated for the 2023 American Banker 'Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance' award

Senior Fraud Prevention Analyst

Chartwell Compliance (MVB Bank)
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Developed a comprehensive fraud program and streamlined KYC/KYB onboarding for high-risk entities.
  • Evaluated vendor-provided solutions (Fraud, BSA/AML/OFAC/Sanctions) and made recommendations based on cost-benefit analyses.
  • Enhanced fraud detection capabilities through continuous data analysis.
  • Supervised junior analysts, providing guidance and support in fraud detection and analysis. Provided hands on alert clearing, case investigations and SAR filing support.

Senior Fraud Analyst

MVB Bank
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Reduced false positive alerts by collaborating with existing venders to continuously refine fraud detection rules.
  • Tracked fraud cases and conducted trend analysis to develop strategies for prevention.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement using root cause analysis, reducing future incidences of similar fraud cases.
  • Enhanced existing KYC & KYB/CDD/EDD reviews.
  • Delivered targeted training programs to enhance staff knowledge of fraud detection methodologies and best practices.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with law enforcement agencies for collaborative fraud investigations on high dollar cases.
  • Led a team of junior investigators, ensuring efficient case management and timely resolution of issues. While providing hands on support on alerts, case investigations and SAR filings.

Market Intelligence Fraud Analyst II

United States Securities and Exchange Commission
11.2019 - 04.2020
  • Monitored real-time stock market fraud and contributed to SEC and DOJ investigations
  • Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
  • Conducted forensic analyses of financial records to identify fraudulent activity and accurately report findings.
  • Developed customized reports for Enforcement teams, highlighting key trends and insights on fraud-related cases.

Senior Fraud/AML Compliance Investigator

Mutual of Omaha (CIT Bank)
03.2018 - 11.2019
  • Conducted due diligence on new customers, reducing the potential risk of onboarding clients involved in illicit activities.
  • Reviewed fraud/AML alerts, conducted case investigations, filed SARs, and collaborated with law enforcement on high-dollar fraud cases.
  • Tracked fraud cases and SAR filings to monitor trends; suggest strategies for prevention.
  • Provided guidance to junior investigators on complex cases, sharing knowledge and expertise while promoting professional growth among team members.
  • Assisted in the enhancement of AML policies and procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing financial crime exposure.



Disputes Operations Specialist

MUFG Union Bank
09.2017 - 03.2018
  • Managed high-dollar card and non-card payment disputes and initiated chargebacks for fraudulent transactions.
  • Leveraged data analytics to understand dispute patterns and root causes.
  • Reviewed data to identify first party fraud and habitual claim abuse patterns in submitted claims, mitigating potential financial losses.
  • Provided assistance in dispute processing efficiency by implementing streamlined workflows and procedures.


Financial Crimes Specialist

Wells Fargo
07.2014 - 08.2017
  • Identified potential fraud and AML activity through analysis of transactional data.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for management about financial crime trends and recommendations to mitigate findings.
  • Evaluated existing anti-fraud measures and suggested enhancements based on current vulnerabilities discovered during data analysis.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance fraud detection capabilities to prevent financial losses.

Junior Merchant Risk Intern

Capital Processing Network
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Reviewed customer data for unusual activity or patterns indicative of potential fraud risks, flagging concerns for further investigation.
  • Produced detailed reports of fraud data and presented findings to senior management.
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify discrepancies, irregularities and fraudulent activity.
  • Provided suggestions and collaborated to mitigate fraud activity and prevent future occurrences.


Education

Certification Program: Data Management in SQL -

Cornell University
07.2024

Bachelor of Science: Finance and Economics -

Grand Canyon University
10.2022

Skills

  • Financial Crimes Compliance functions (OFAC, Sanctions, AML, KYC, CDD, EDD and Financial Fraud Investigations) and Anti-Fraud Policies
  • Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) writing and filing
  • High-Risk Monitoring (MSBs, Cannabis, Gaming, Crypto)
  • Dark Web Investigations and Analysis
  • Fraud Control Evaluation and Improvement
  • Fraud Product Enhancement and Development
  • Risk Identification and Management
  • Historical, Statistical and Data Analysis
  • Trend and Root Cause Analysis
  • Federal Agency Collaboration
  • Cybersecurity and Digital Safety Awareness
  • Vendor Evaluation and Management
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Training and Development

Websites

Affiliations

  • Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists
  • Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

Systems & Tools

  • SAS Fraud Management
  • MySQL
  • Oracle
  • Actimize
  • Verafin
  • LexisNexis
  • FISERV
  • Jack Henry
  • Patriot Officer
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • Salesforce
  • Microsoft Office (Excel/VBA, PowerPoint, and Word)

Timeline

Director of Digital Safety and Fraud Solutions

Centific
08.2023 - Current

Senior Fraud and Financial Crime BDR

Bottomline Technologies Inc
04.2022 - 08.2023

Senior Fraud Prevention Analyst

Chartwell Compliance (MVB Bank)
04.2021 - 03.2022

Senior Fraud Analyst

MVB Bank
04.2020 - 04.2021

Market Intelligence Fraud Analyst II

United States Securities and Exchange Commission
11.2019 - 04.2020

Senior Fraud/AML Compliance Investigator

Mutual of Omaha (CIT Bank)
03.2018 - 11.2019

Disputes Operations Specialist

MUFG Union Bank
09.2017 - 03.2018

Financial Crimes Specialist

Wells Fargo
07.2014 - 08.2017

Junior Merchant Risk Intern

Capital Processing Network
06.2013 - 06.2014

Certification Program: Data Management in SQL -

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science: Finance and Economics -

Grand Canyon University

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