Riana Theorides

Riana Theorides is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in compliance, business ethics, and corporate governance. Currently serving as the Group Compliance Officer at GCR Ratings since November 2017, Riana has a solid background in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. Previously, Riana held key roles at Deloitte as the Head of Compliance and Anti-Corruption, overseeing African operations, and at Nortons Incorporated as a Senior Independent Legal Consultant specializing in Competition Law. Riana also led compliance and legal risk initiatives at Rand Merchant Bank across various divisions, ensuring alignment with FirstRand Group frameworks. Riana's academic credentials include multiple degrees from the University of Johannesburg, with qualifications in law and business ethics.