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Laura Williams

@laurawilliams

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Results-driven compliance and operations leader with proven expertise.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters growth, values compliance, and encourages team collaboration.

I am a results-driven management professional with a strong background in compliance and operations leadership. With over 15 years of experience, I have honed my skills in driving operational efficiencies, managing risk, and leading high-performing teams. My expertise lies in compliance and risk management, policy development, and financial oversight, which has enabled me to deliver significant cost-saving initiatives and optimize workflows.

Throughout my career, I have successfully conducted risk assessments, developed compliance policies, and provided data-driven insights to senior leadership. My role as Compliance Lead at MarketSource has allowed me to implement effective mitigation strategies and enhance compliance frameworks. I take pride in my ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve overall performance, ensuring regulatory adherence and operational excellence.

My educational background includes an MBA from Maylhurst University and dual Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Arizona. I am passionate about continuous improvement and am always looking for opportunities to leverage my skills in a dynamic environment that values compliance, operational efficiency, and team development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Compliance Lead

Current

Marketsource

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Conducted risk assessments, identified compliance gaps, and implemented mitigation strategies to ensure regulatory adherence. Reviewed marketing materials and partner communications for compliance with internal and external regulations.

Risk Assessment Compliance Management Regulatory Compliance Policy Development Data Analysis Process Improvement Database Management

Process and Audit Analyst

Marketsource

Jun 2015 - Jan 2021 (5 years 7 months)

Led audits and process assessments to identify inefficiencies and improve financial and operational compliance. Analyzed complex program issues, conducted root cause analysis, and recommended efficiency improvements.

Audit Process Improvement Financial Analysis Compliance Root Cause Analysis Documentation

Program Manager

Marketsource

Jul 2013 - Jun 2015 (1 year 11 months)

Managed a 19-member team responsible for financial and operational program oversight. Spearheaded process redesign initiatives to align training and development with corporate objectives.

Team Management Program Management Process Design Sales Productivity

Finance Manager

Marketsource

Jul 2012 - Jul 2013 (1 year)

Collected data, prepared analysis, and prepared executive level monthly and quarterly presentations for senior leadership. Provided leadership to and managed seven Financial Program Analysts.

Financial Analysis Team Leadership Performance Management Coaching

Program Manager

Marketsource

Jul 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year)

Managed a 25-member team (11 direct reports, 14 indirect) overseeing financial and operational program management. Implemented process improvements, cost/benefit analyses, and performance metrics tracking.

Team Management Program Management Process Improvement Performance Metrics