Start Date: 2/11/2027 9:00 AM EST
End Date: 2/12/2027 5:00 PM EST
Venue Name: The Four Points by Sheraton
Location:
600 Kanawha Blvd E
Charleston, WV United States 25301
Organization Name:
WVBankers
Contact:
Discounted Pricing for 3+ registrants $563/ea.($62 savings per person)
If you’re new to the Compliance Officer role—or looking to strengthen and modernize your existing program—Compliance Officer 101 is designed to help you build confidence, clarity, and practical skills in navigating today’s compliance environment.
This immersive two-day program connects regulatory expectations with actionable strategies that work in real-world settings. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and breakout sessions organized by bank size, you’ll walk away with the knowledge and tools needed to make compliance meaningful and manageable at your institution.
Each participant will receive a Comprehensive Training Manual and a Compliance Resource Toolkit packed with checklists, forms, and templates for immediate use.
Program Agenda
- How to effectively read and interpret new and existing regulations
- Building and maintaining a strong Compliance Management System (CMS) and understanding the Three Lines of Defense
- Using risk assessments to strengthen your compliance strategy
- Reviewing and refining policies and procedures to fit your institution’s needs
- Conducting transaction testing and self-identification reporting
- Practical methods for monitoring and oversight of your compliance program
- Strategies for training staff, management, and the board
- Managing regulatory change and project implementation effectively
- Best practices for board reporting — what to include and why it matters
- Identifying, tracking, and resolving complaints
- Understanding and managing third-party/vendor risk
- Securing management buy-in and reinforcing the 'Tone at the Top'
During the workshop, you’ll build your own “Takeaway Binder” — a personalized library of tools and resources to guide your compliance work throughout the year.
Who Should Attend
This program is ideal for compliance and audit professionals, as well as individuals responsible for compliance oversight. It’s particularly suited for those with less than five years of complianc experience or anyone seeking to refresh their foundational knowledge and strengthen their program.
Instructor:
Kristin is the Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at Performance Solutions, Inc., where she is dedicated to helping financial institutions build strong, sustainable compliance cultures that go beyond simply “checking the box.”
A seasoned compliance professional with an extensive background as a banker, examiner, and consultant, Kristin brings a real-world perspective that connects regulatory requirements to everyday operations. She believes that true compliance begins with understanding the “why” behind each regulation — connecting purpose to practice. Empowering professionals to see compliance not as a burden, but as a tool for strengthening organizational integrity and performance.
Before joining Performance Solutions, Inc. (PSI), Kristin led the compliance team for a $2.7 billion financial institution, overseeing key areas including BSA, Compliance Management Systems, Internal Audit, Technology Implementation, and Enterprise Risk Management. Her leadership focused on aligning compliance strategy with operational success and business growth.
Kristin holds a Juris Master’s Degree in Law with a concentration in Financial Regulation, along with multiple professional certifications, including:
- Certified Regulatory Vendor Program Manager
- Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP)
- Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
- Certified Bank Secrecy Act Professional
- Banking Certificate – Barret School of Banking
Known for her engaging and approachable teaching style, Kristin makes compliance relatable and relevant, helping professionals understand not just what to do, but why it matters.
Timing of your registration is critical. Seminars may be canceled if there are not sufficient registrations or may fill up; therefore, it is recommended that you register at least 10 days in advance.
Cancelation Policies:
- Full refund if canceled 14 days or more ahead of seminar.
- $75 cancelation fee if canceled within 6-13 days ahead of seminar.
- No refund if canceled on or after 7 days ahead of seminar or for no-shows.
- Substitutions are welcome.
