Pekka Dare

Pekka Dare has an extensive work experience in the field of compliance and financial crime prevention. Pekka has held various positions in different organizations, starting from their role as a Barrister & Solicitor at Kumar & Company Barristers & Solicitors in 1995. Pekka later worked as a Solicitor at the Inland Revenue NZ, providing legal advice on tax issues and dealing with organized crime and fraud. Pekka then worked as a Contract Lawyer at the UK Department for Trade & Industry (DTI), where they investigated complaints of fraudulent trading and misconduct. Pekka moved to the Nationwide Building Society as a Solicitor/Legal Compliance Manager, responsible for legal approval and product development. Pekka joined AXA Life Insurance as a Money Laundering Reporting Officer, managing anti-money laundering controls and acting as the principal point of contact for regulators and law enforcement. Pekka then worked at Lloyds TSB as a Senior Manager Financial Crime, responsible for fraud and anti-money laundering prevention. Pekka further advanced their career at International Compliance Training and International Compliance Association, taking on roles such as Director ICT Training Education & Development, Vice President, and President.

Pekka Dare completed a Bachelor of Laws degree at The University of Waikato from 1989 to 1993. In addition, they became an ICA Fellow Member at the International Compliance Association in November 2022.