Ed Ritter

Background

About Ed Ritter

In order to excel in today’s competitive business environment, a successful compliance executive needs a balance of financial management, reporting, and risk management expertise - backed by robust leadership skills. I combine nearly 2 decades’ experience leading audit, GRC, and financial operations for one of the world’s leading e-commerce organizations; making the forward-looking decisions that drive sustainable and scalable business growth; implementing effective controls and policies that mitigate systemic and external risk; and carefully establishing the processes and policies that sustain an efficient, productive, and globally competitive organization. I excel at developing key strategies that optimize business performance, educating and empowering employees of all levels, developing holistic solutions that optimize operating efficiency, monitoring and managing my organization’s risk exposure, and ensuring compliance with all internal/external regulations and company standards. I believe that people function best when their leadership strikes a careful balance between hands-on management and laisser-faire leadership. I think people should be given room to work creatively, make mistakes, and build on the knowledge gained from their efforts. After 20+ years in business, I have learned to perfect that delicate balance between autonomy and accountability. I am an agile thinker who is highly adaptable and quick on his feet. In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, what worked yesterday may not work tomorrow. I have the experience and the dexterity to stay one step ahead of change, shift gears when the context calls for it, respond effectively to evolving industry trends, and drive my team to success. Key Skills Annual Business Planning Risk Management & Mitigation Audit Planning & Execution Strategic Business Reporting Quarterly Business Reviews Analytical Problem Solving Skills Team Leadership & Development Contractual & Regulatory Compliance Top-Tier Communicator & Negotiator Process Improvement & Optimization Program Management/Administration