Keesler Federal Credit Union
Lawrence D. has a diverse work experience in the financial industry. Lawrence currently holds the position of SVP, Chief Risk Officer at Keesler Federal Credit Union since August 2023. Prior to this, they served as VP, Regulatory Compliance Officer / Head of Compliance Risk Management at the same organization from August 2022 to August 2023.
Before joining Keesler Federal Credit Union, Lawrence held the role of Director of Risk and Compliance at the same company from August 2021 to May 2022.
Lawrence also gained valuable experience at Truist, where they served as VP, Audit Director, Compliance Risk Management. In this position, they oversaw complex audits of the Compliance Program, provided guidance and oversight, and ensured timely delivery of results. Lawrence held this role from an unspecified date to 2021. Prior to this, as AVP, Senior Audit Manager, Compliance Risk, Lawrence was responsible for executing audits and assessing regulatory compliance within the organization.
Earlier in their career, Lawrence was the owner of Spectrum Accounting and Advisory Services from 2012 to 2018. Lawrence also held positions at TD, including VP, Senior Audit Manager, and Audit Manager. In these roles, they managed and executed audits across various lines of business and worked closely with business line executives.
Overall, Lawrence D. has a strong background in risk management, compliance, and audit within the financial industry.
Lawrence D. obtained a B.S. degree in Finance from the University of New Orleans between 2000 and 2004. Additionally, they obtained several certifications including Credit Union Enterprise Risk Management Expert (CUERME) from the Credit Union National Association in 2023, Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) from the American Bankers Association in 2019, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc. in 2012, and Six Sigma Green Belt with Lean from Bank of America in 2011.