Rebecca M. Cunningham
BSA/AML - Cannabis Banking
Benton,AR
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in management and team leadership, I have honed my skills in effectively guiding and motivating teams to achieve their goals. Additionally, I possess 6 years of expertise in compliance management, ensuring that all regulatory requirements are met and adhered to. My extensive knowledge in cannabis banking and compliance management further sets me apart, allowing me to navigate the unique challenges of this industry. Alongside my strong leadership abilities, I excel in written and verbal communication, enabling me to effectively convey information and build strong relationships. Furthermore, my decade-long experience in project coordination/management showcases my ability to successfully oversee and execute complex initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP of CRB and BSA Operations
Pacific Valley Bank
02.2023 - Current
- Created internal policies, procedures, and controls to detect and prevent money laundering
- Ensured the bank complies with the Banking Secrecy Act regulations and internal policies
- Provided training to the staff and board on BSA and Anti Money Laundering requirements
- Performed independent testing to measure the BSA team’s effectiveness in regulatory filings
- Respond to law enforcement regulatory agencies and courts
- Created policies and procedures to maintain the Bank’s Cannabis-Related Banking program
- Implemented KYC, CDD, and EDD programs for High-Risk customers
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team members on long-term strategic planning that ensured sustainable success for the company.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members, offering constructive feedback and tailored coaching to enhance individual success within the group setting.
Sr Compliance and Operations Manager
Abaca
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Managed the compliance and underwriting teams
- Developed team members through mentorship and training to enhance skillsets
- Identified growth opportunities with comprehensive market analysis
- Strengthening relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships, and driving revue growth
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining operational integrity
- Resolved customer issues with prompt solutions to maintain positive relationships
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocations
- Monitored financial transactions to detect any suspicious activity or potential fraud
- Developed Seed to Deposit tracking system for cash verification for plant-touching cannabis clients
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Spearheaded process improvement to streamline daily process.
SR Group Coordinator/Team Lead Business Development
United Technologies Aerospace System
04.2009 - 04.2019
- Worked with the Sales Manager to prepare and quote Business Jet In-Flight Entertainment systems
- Maintained a working schedule with the Engineering, Purchasing, and Production Teams to ensure that projects were on time and within budget
- Maintained Invoicing and payment history for all projects
- Conducted Meetings within all departments to maintain communication efforts and promote on-time delivery
- Created and maintained a data matrix board for Business Development that measured on-time delivery and proficiency for quotes and product delivery as well as the accuracy of our Customer Service Team
- Managed budgets for group projects, optimizing resource allocation to maximize results while minimizing costs.
- Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in improved efficiency and smoother project execution.
- Utilized project management software tools effectively to organize tasks, deadlines, and resources, ensuring efficient project coordination.
- Boosted morale and productivity by creating a positive work environment through effective conflict resolution and team-building exercises.
- Identified potential risks or obstacles within group projects, proactively addressing them in order to minimize negative impact on outcomes.
- Created and distributed departmental reports.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
Education
University of Central Arkansas - Early Childhood Education, Business Administration
University of Central Arkansas
01-1996
Skills
- BSA Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Management Assessment
- Workforce Training
- KYC Compliance Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Effective Communication
- Process improvement
- Regulatory oversight
- Project management
- Operational excellence
- KPI Monitoring
- Workflow Streamlining
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop EDD transactional risk review.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in developing New Client Presentation and Software Onboarding.
Certification
- Six Sigma: Kaizen Black Belt (ACE Pilot)
- Quality Auditor for AS9100 FAA
- PBC Cannabis Banking Certification – Levels I and II
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offCareer advancementTimeline
VP of CRB and BSA Operations
Pacific Valley Bank
02.2023 - Current
Sr Compliance and Operations Manager
Abaca
03.2020 - 02.2023
SR Group Coordinator/Team Lead Business Development
United Technologies Aerospace System
04.2009 - 04.2019
University of Central Arkansas - Early Childhood Education, Business Administration
University of Central Arkansas
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