Lee Richardson Jr., MBA, Cia
About Lee Richardson Jr., MBA, Cia
Lee Richardson Jr. is a Partner and Chief Compliance Officer at Creative Planning, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in compliance and auditing, having held positions at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Deloitte, and PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Work at Creative Planning
Lee Richardson Jr. currently serves as Partner and Chief Compliance Officer at Creative Planning, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked as Chief Compliance Officer for seven months in 2021. His responsibilities include overseeing compliance strategies and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Richardson's tenure at Creative Planning has been marked by his focus on building trust and integrity within the organization.
Previous Experience in Compliance
Before joining Creative Planning, Richardson held significant roles at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He worked as a Securities Compliance Examiner from 2017 to 2020 and as an Auditor from 2015 to 2017. His experience at the SEC provided him with a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, which he applies in his current role. Additionally, he served as a Compliance Executive at Creative Planning from 2020 to 2021.
Professional Background
Richardson's professional background includes extensive experience in auditing and compliance. He worked at Deloitte as a Manager from 2009 to 2015 and at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Senior Associate from 2006 to 2009. He also served in the United States Department of Defense as an Internal Auditor from 2003 to 2006. This diverse experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex compliance challenges.
Education and Expertise
Lee Richardson Jr. holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from North Greenville University, obtained between 1999 and 2003. He furthered his education with an MBA from Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he completed a certificate program in Global Leadership at Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications in 2019. His educational background supports his expertise in compliance and business strategy.
Leadership and Skills
Richardson is recognized for his ability to build relationships and navigate complex interests, which are essential in his role as Chief Compliance Officer. He emphasizes the importance of integrity and has a prudent problem-solving approach. His capacity to quickly establish trust makes him a valuable advisor and mentor in the compliance field, enhancing organizational success.