Mike Nelson
About Mike Nelson
Mike Nelson is a Vice President and AML/KYC Officer III Control Manager at Chase, with a strong background in financial crimes compliance and military leadership. He transitioned from a 27-year military career to his current role, leveraging his experience in operations and analysis.
Current Role at Chase
Mike Nelson currently serves as Vice President-AML/KYC Officer III Control Manager at Chase. He has held this position since 2021 and operates in the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area. In this role, he focuses on anti-money laundering and know your customer compliance, utilizing his extensive background in financial crimes compliance.
Previous Experience at Chase
Mike Nelson has a significant history with Chase, where he held various roles over several years. He worked as Vice President-AML/KYC Manager from 2020 to 2021, and prior to that, he served as a KYC Quality Control Analyst II in Business Banking from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he was an AML/KYC Officer III from 2019 for eight months and an AML/KYC Officer II from 2016 to 2019, all within the Columbus, Ohio Area.
Military Background
Mike Nelson transitioned from a 27-year military career to a civilian role. He served in various capacities within the Ohio National Guard, including Operations Officer for the Air and Missile Defense Task Force, Counterdrug Coordinator, Executive Officer for The Adjutant General for Ohio, and Commander of the 2nd Battalion, 174th Air Defense Artillery. His military experience has equipped him with leadership and decision-making skills relevant to his current role.
Education and Expertise
Mike Nelson studied at The Ohio State University, where he earned a Master of Arts in Military History from 1999 to 2002 and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from 1991 to 1994. His educational background complements his expertise in developing analytical products and procedures tailored to meet internal customer needs, particularly in the context of financial crimes compliance.
Skills and Specializations
Mike Nelson specializes in anti-money laundering and know your customer compliance. He is experienced in presenting and training, skills he developed during his military service. His leadership experience allows him to effectively manage teams and make informed decisions within his current role at Chase.