Marie Johnson

Marie Johnson serves as Senior Compliance Analyst in AML KYC compliance within the financial services industry, based in Moraga, California. She has approximately four years of experience in the field, with three years as a compliance analyst and one year in her senior role. Her daily responsibilities include reviewing client inquiries for AML KYC requirements, creating checklists for documentation, screening names through tools like LexisNexis or WorldCheck, and advising on alerts or negative news for investors in funds. Johnson holds a Bachelor's degree in International Studies and a Master's in International Law, both of which provided a foundation for her work. She earned her CAMS certification, the professional credential for anti-money laundering specialists, and maintains membership in ACAMS. Prior to her current position, she worked in adjacent finance and legal fields, which led her to compliance through a combination of experiences. In addition to her professional duties, she has contributed to her community by mentoring youth through the Be A Mentor nonprofit in the Bay Area, providing tutoring and experiences. Johnson attributes her success to resilience in the face of rejections and the ability to pivot when needed, and she values integrity, lifelong education, and community service. She advises young women entering the industry to gain diverse experiences in adjacent fields to better engage with complex issues.