Tahis Casas
About Tahis Casas
Tahis Casas is a Senior Compliance Specialist at Flare, where she has worked since 2023. She holds a Master of Social Work from Columbia University and has extensive experience in compliance, program evaluation, and organizational effectiveness.
Work at Flare
Tahis Casas has been serving as a Senior Compliance Specialist at Flare since 2023. In this role, she focuses on ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements and internal policies. Her responsibilities include overseeing compliance processes and contributing to risk management strategies. Her experience in compliance and organizational effectiveness supports her contributions to Flare's operational integrity.
Education and Expertise
Tahis Casas earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) with a focus on Social Enterprise Administration from Columbia University, studying from 2018 to 2020. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Latin American Caribbean Studies from the University at Albany, completed in 2017. Her academic background equips her with skills in program evaluation, budgeting, and project management, which are essential for her compliance work.
Background
Prior to her current role at Flare, Tahis Casas held various positions that enhanced her expertise in compliance and social work. She worked as a Compliance Lead at WeWork from 2021 to 2023, where she also led initiatives for diversity and inclusion. Earlier, she served as a Crisis Intervention Specialist at Sanctuary for Families and completed an internship at The Fresh Air Fund, gaining valuable experience in support services.
Achievements
During her tenure at WeWork, Tahis Casas contributed to several initiatives, including leading the Diverse Talent Hiring Working Group and serving as the USC Regional President for the We of Color Employee Resource Group. Her involvement in these roles reflects her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within corporate environments. She has also engaged in research analysis and board management, enhancing her strategic insights in compliance.
Skills and Specializations
Tahis Casas possesses a range of skills relevant to her compliance role, including vendor vetting and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. She specializes in organizational effectiveness consulting, focusing on improving internal processes and compliance standards. Her expertise extends to anti-money laundering and conflict of interest management, which are critical components of her work in compliance and risk management.