Susan Joseph
Executive Vice President, Financial Intelligence and Corporate Compliance
Professional Overview
Susan Joseph is the Executive Vice President of Financial Intelligence and Corporate Compliance at Comerica Bank. With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, she is a seasoned leader in the areas of financial intelligence, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Executive Vice President of Financial Intelligence and Corporate Compliance at Comerica Bank, Susan is responsible for overseeing the bank's financial intelligence operations, including anti-money laundering (AML) processes, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance. She leads a team of subject matter experts and ensures the bank's adherence to all relevant financial regulations and industry best practices. Under her leadership, Comerica Bank has strengthened its compliance framework, resulting in improved detection of financial crimes and a reduction in regulatory penalties.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Susan held the position of Senior Manager at Ernst & Young LLP, where she specialized in providing advisory services to financial institutions on regulatory compliance and risk management. Her experience in the consulting industry has equipped her with a deep understanding of the challenges and best practices in the financial sector, which she has successfully applied in her role at Comerica Bank.
Academic Background
Susan holds an MBA from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, with a specialization in finance. She also earned a BA in Economics from the University of Michigan, where she graduated with distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial intelligence and anti-money laundering (AML) strategies
- Regulatory compliance and risk management in the banking industry
- Financial crimes detection and prevention
- Leadership and team development in a highly regulated environment
Professional Impact
Under Susan's leadership, Comerica Bank's financial intelligence and compliance programs have significantly improved, resulting in enhanced detection of suspicious activities and a better overall risk profile. She has been instrumental in driving the bank's digital transformation initiatives, leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its compliance operations.
Susan is an active contributor to industry forums and has been recognized for her expertise in financial intelligence and corporate compliance. She is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has authored several publications on emerging trends and best practices in the field.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, subject matter expertise, and proven track record of success, Susan Joseph is a respected and influential leader in the financial services industry. As Comerica Bank's Executive Vice President of Financial Intelligence and Corporate Compliance, she continues to drive innovation and excellence in the bank's compliance and risk management initiatives, contributing to the organization's long-term sustainability and growth.
