Eddie Leblanc

Managed and led 12 specialists in Customer Onboarding and Management, overseeing KYC and EDD workflows to escalate suspicious activity and uncover terms of service violations. Developed and operationalized the non-individual customer onboarding compliance policy to meet BSA requirements, and built the Know Your Business (KYB) program.

Directed efforts of 10 analysts to oversee a program for investigating, compiling, and submitting suspicious activity reports (SARs) related to AML, fraud, and illicit cryptocurrency transactions. Implemented and scaled the Transaction Monitoring Service's first LOD program, improving analysts' quality rate from 27% to 91%.

Supported the development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive, risk-based program for clients with Cannabis Related Business (CRB)/Marijuana Related Business (MRB) exposure. Conducted extensive research on relevant regulations and performed Enhanced Due Diligence on CRB/MRB customers.

Led a client-facing Know Your Customer portfolio of 90 commercial clients with 450 legal entities, performing first Line of Defense KYC collection and analysis. Collaborated to define and formalize KYC policies and procedures, and authored risk narratives to document risk mitigation and customer due diligence activities.

Managed a portfolio of 130 clients, identifying inefficiencies, product opportunities, and fraud risk. Formulated product solutions to meet complex treasury needs and prepared client-specific investment strategies for excess liquidity.

Led teams of 6 to 12 independent contractors to complete investigations and analysis in the Middle East and Europe for Department of Defense clients. Managed projects for risk assessments, route analysis, site surveys, physical security, surveillance, and counter-surveillance efforts.

Led teams of 8 to 110 to plan, conduct, and evaluate intelligence operations, including human intelligence, strategic intelligence, and link analysis. Managed an $800,000 budget to coordinate professional development training, including classroom and field-based scenarios.

Completed certification as a Certified Investigator in Blockchain from TRMLabs, Inc. This specialized training focused on investigative techniques within blockchain technology.

Achieved certification as a Certified Cryptocurrency Expert from the Blockchain Council. This program provided comprehensive knowledge of cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies.

Earned the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist designation from the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists. This certification demonstrates expertise in AML compliance and regulations.

Completed a Master of Arts degree focusing on National Security & Terrorism Studies. This program provided in-depth knowledge and analytical skills relevant to national security challenges.

Obtained a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security from Texas A&M University. This program provided specialized knowledge in homeland security principles and practices.

Completed the Counterintelligence Agents Course provided by the Department of Defense. This training focused on advanced counterintelligence techniques and operations.

Earned an International Business Certificate from Texas A&M University. This certificate program provided insights into global business practices and international trade.

Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, covering core business principles and practices. This foundation supported subsequent professional roles in various industries.