Gavin Peters is an experienced professional in compliance and regulatory relations, currently serving as the Head of Americas LRR Risk Oversight and the Head of Americas Chief Compliance Office at Barclays since February 2012. In this role, Gavin utilizes extensive knowledge of Barclays' operations to enhance compliance processes and operating models. Previous positions include Director and Vice President of Regulatory Relations, focusing on managing interactions with US regulatory agencies and providing strategic advice to senior management. Prior experience at Barclays Capital involved compliance advisory for Fixed Income businesses. Gavin's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Immunology and Molecular Biology from Queen Mary University of London and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Veterinary Pathogenesis from the University of Bristol.