Thomas Cortese

Thomas Cortese has extensive work experience in the financial industry, with a focus on compliance and anti-money laundering. Thomas has held various leadership roles, including Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, at companies such as American Stock Transfer & Trust Company and Equiniti Trust Company. Thomas also has experience as a Case Manager at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Their career spans over three decades, starting in 1993 and continuing to the present.

Thomas Cortese completed their education chronologically as follows:

- From 1985 to 1988, they attended St. John's University and earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in the field of Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law.

- From 1973 to 1977, they also attended St. John's University and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

- Prior to their university studies, from 1969 to 1973, they attended Holy Cross HS and completed their high school education.