Alexis Lanaux

Background

About Alexis Lanaux

I am a financial crimes risk leader with more than 15 years of experience leading anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud prevention compliance programs in financial services. My expertise lies in building and overseeing financial crime risk management frameworks that protect both institutions and consumers while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Having worked across AML and Fraud, I understand the critical importance of proactive risk detection, strong internal controls, and strategic collaboration with regulatory bodies, law enforcement, and cross-functional teams. In my recent leadership roles, I have: Led enterprise fraud governance and investigations for a top financial institution, overseeing fraud risk reporting for senior executives and regulatory bodies. Reduced fraud losses by 22% and improved elder financial exploitation reporting by 30% through strategic risk initiatives and enhanced compliance oversight. Managed cross-functional fraud and AML compliance programs, including risk assessments, key risk reporting, and regulatory audit preparation. Implemented advanced fraud detection and AML technologies, including NICE Actimize, to mitigate financial crime risks. Designed and executed fraud awareness training programs, educating more than 300 employees and clients on financial crime risks and prevention strategies. I am passionate about protecting financial institutions from risk, strengthening fraud governance, and ensuring regulatory compliance. My approach is driven by strategic leadership, data-driven risk management, and continuous learning to stay ahead of emerging financial crime threats.