Dawn Alger

Dawn Alger is an accomplished legal and compliance professional with extensive experience in third-party risk management and vendor relations. Currently serving as FVP, Assistant Counsel at WaFd Bank since March 2024, Dawn has previously held various leadership roles at Luther Burbank Savings, focusing on developing and ensuring compliance with the Third-Party Risk Management framework. Early career experience includes positions at Bank of America and Countrywide, where Dawn effectively managed vendor relationships and audit processes. Dawn holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from Taft Law, complemented by certifications in regulatory vendor management and a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies.