Maria Fuentes
Downey,CA
Summary
Dedicated and driven compliance professional passionate about upholding justice and ensuring public safety. Seeking a challenging role to apply investigative skills, legal knowledge, and committed to serving the community effectively.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Compliance Representative
Herbalife International
Torrance, CA
05.2001 - Current
Proactive Investigations
- Initiate and lead proactive investigations into potential threats, risks, or violations.
- Present findings and recommendations to management for proactive resolution and risk mitigation.
Reactive Complaints
- Respond swiftly to reactive complaints, initiate thorough investigations to address issues effectively.
- Apply investigative techniques and attention to detail to uncover root causes and ensure fair and equitable resolutions.
- Present investigation findings and recommend actions to resolve complaints promptly and prevent recurrence.
Collaboration with Intellectual Property Investigations
- Collaborate seamlessly with intellectual property investigators to protect company assets and rights.
- Share insights and information to support comprehensive investigations and enforcement actions.
Collaboration with In-house Legal Counsel
- Work closely with in-house legal counsel to navigate legal complexities and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
- Provide investigative support and expertise to inform legal strategies and decisions.
Mitigating Company Assets from Fraud
- Implement proactive measures to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities, safeguarding company assets and interests.
- Implement controls and procedures to prevent, detect, and respond to fraudulent behavior effective.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University
Long Beach, CA05.2024
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
El Camino College
Torrance06.2021
Skills
- Attention to detail: Maintain thorough and precise records, ensure compliance with company procedures and guidelines
- Conflict resolution: Utilize active listening and empathy to understand different perspectives and reach amicable solutions
- Organizational skills: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensure all deadlines are met and objectives achieved
- Critical thinking: Conduct in-depth research and data analysis to support decision-making processes Evaluate potential risks and benefits of various strategies, leading to more informed and effective outcomes
- Investigative Skills: Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and resolution
Non-profit- Pro Bono Activities
A Place Called Home (APCH), located in South Central Los Angeles.
- Organization and Distribution: Assist in the execution of community events. Support distributing gifts to the children of the community.
- Community Impact: Provide a safe, nurturing environment with proven programs in arts, education and wellness for the young people in South Central Los Angeles to help improve their economic conditions and develop a healthy, fulfilling, and purposeful lives.
- Commitment: Enthusiastically partake in community development to nurture children in impoverish areas.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with over 75 + people to gather and pass out gifts to the community.
K9-Youth Alliance
- Fully support events that embrace our hard work and funding
References
Thania Magana
- Phone Number: (323) 528-2501
- Email address: Thaniamagana@yahoo.com
Myles Matthews
- Phone Number (323) 793-2656
- Email address: myles.matthews8@gmail.com
Mark A. Fort
- Phone Number (310) 339-0877
- Email address: Markanthony007@sbcglobal.net
Salvador Cordova
- Phone Number: (310) 658-8057
- Email address: Salvadorc@mac.com
Abril Calderon-Pacheco
- Phone Number: (562) 773-4636
- Email address: abrilcalderon@gmail.com
Timeline
Senior Compliance Representative
Herbalife International
05.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
El Camino College