Talene McCullough

Talene McCullough, CAMS, CRCM, LSSGB, is a seasoned professional in risk management and compliance with extensive experience in the banking sector. Currently serving as a Senior Business Risk and Controls Advisor at USAA since September 2025, McCullough previously held roles at Wells Fargo, including Assistant Vice President of Retail Bank Risk Consultant and Assistant Vice President, Senior Business Process Analyst. At Wells Fargo, responsibilities included leading compliance risk integration, conducting gap assessments, and managing regulatory issue remediation efforts within the Consumer Lending division. McCullough’s career also includes leadership positions in underwriting and risk management at Wells Fargo, where McCullough directed enterprise-wide risk initiatives and fostered collaboration among cross-functional teams. McCullough holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Simpson College.