Arturo Veliz

Arturo Veliz is an experienced banking professional with a strong background in compliance, operational risk, and customer experience management. Currently serving as Director of Compliance and Operational Risk at Scotiabank since July 2006, Arturo ensures adherence to compliance requirements and investigates non-compliant activities. Previous roles at Scotiabank include Director of Commercial Customer Experience, where strategic initiatives improved effectiveness in LATAM markets, and Senior Audit Manager, focusing on risk management and compliance. Prior experience includes Regional Managing Director at Banco Guayaquil, where branch operations expanded significantly, and Vice President of Business Development at Stratega Investments, driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships. Arturo's career began at Citi and ING, where competencies in financial management and foreign exchange were honed. Arturo holds an MBA in Finance from Tecnológico de Monterrey and an LLB from Universidad de Guayaquil.