Melissa Lawson

Principal, Chief Compliance Officer at Platinum Equity

Melissa Lawson is a seasoned compliance professional with extensive experience in the financial services sector. Currently serving as Principal and Deputy Chief Compliance Officer at Platinum Equity since April 2019, Lawson has previously held key roles at Raymond James, Fitch Ratings, Morgan Stanley, Annaly Capital Management, Bear Stearns & Co., Brown Brothers Harriman, and Galway Capital, LLC. Lawson's expertise encompasses regulatory exams, personal conflicts monitoring, compliance policies, and risk management. Academically, Lawson holds a Juris Doctorate from American University Washington College of Law, an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography from Central Connecticut State University.

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Platinum Equity

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Platinum Equity specializes in acquiring and operating businesses throughout the world. Its portfolio of businesses share common characteristics across a variety of industries, including the automotive aftermarket (Wheel Pros), communications equipment and services (Ulticom), equipment rental and leasing services (Maxim Crane Works) and steel services (Ryerson). Recent acquisitions include Bridge Terminal Transport, CBS Outdoor International and MetoKote.


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