Wen Chi Chang
About Wen Chi Chang
Wen Chi Chang is the Vice President of Strategy & Insights, Enterprise AML at CIBC, with extensive experience in AML and governance roles across various financial institutions.
Current Role at CIBC
Wen Chi Chang is currently serving as the Vice President, Strategy & Insights, Enterprise AML at CIBC. Starting in 2021, he has been working to enhance the bank's anti-money laundering (AML) strategies and insights. This role focuses on devising and implementing measures to mitigate AML risk across the enterprise, leveraging his extensive experience in financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance.
Previous Role at CIBC
Before his current position, Wen Chi Chang held the role of Vice President, Governance, Programs and Advisory, Enterprise AML at CIBC from 2020 to 2021. During this period, he was responsible for advising on governance structures and coordinating AML programs. He worked in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, focusing on improving AML efforts through structured governance and advisory services.
Positions at TD
Wen Chi Chang's tenure at TD included significant positions in the AML sector. From 2017 to 2020, he was the Associate Vice President, AML Surveillance Strategies and Optimization, Global AML, where he implemented strategies to optimize AML surveillance efforts. Prior to this, he served as the Head of AML Testing and Risk Assessment from 2011 to 2017, overseeing risk assessment protocols and AML testing procedures in Toronto, Canada Area.
Role at KPMG LLP
Wen Chi Chang worked at KPMG LLP as a Director from 2007 to 2011. In this capacity, he was involved in various roles related to financial consulting, particularly focusing on compliance and risk management. His tenure at KPMG helped him build a strong foundation in regulatory practices and corporate governance.
Role at IDB Bank
Between 1997 and 2007, Wen Chi Chang served at IDB Bank in multiple capacities. Initially, he was the Assistant General Counsel from 1997 to 2005, dealing with legal matters related to banking operations. Subsequently, from 2005 to 2007, he transitioned to the role of Assistant BSA/AML Officer, where he contributed to the bank's compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering regulations.
Educational Background
Wen Chi Chang earned his Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Pace University School of Law. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from SUNY New Paltz. These educational achievements have provided him with a robust legal and analytical framework, essential for his roles in AML and compliance.