Kofi Dwebeng
About Kofi Dwebeng
Kofi Dwebeng serves as the Head of Compliance for North America at Kindred Group plc, where he leads compliance functions across multiple jurisdictions. With a background in financial analysis and compliance management, he has extensive experience in regulatory affairs within the iGaming and sports wagering sectors.
Work at Kindred Group
Kofi Dwebeng currently serves as the Head of Compliance for North America at Kindred Group plc, a role he has held since 2023. In this position, he spearheads compliance functions across seven jurisdictions in the US and Canada for the iGaming and sports wagering operator. Dwebeng oversees a team of compliance professionals, ensuring the effective implementation of regulatory strategies and initiatives. He has also previously worked as a Compliance Manager and Compliance Analyst within the same organization, contributing to the development and implementation of compliance policies tailored for the North American market.
Previous Experience in Compliance and Finance
Before joining Kindred Group, Kofi Dwebeng held various roles that contributed to his expertise in compliance and finance. He worked at J.G. Wentworth as a Financial & Operational Analyst from 2017 to 2021 and at Peachtree Financial Solutions as a Servicing Manager from 2015 to 2021. His earlier experience includes serving as a Senior Compliance Analyst at Peachtree Financial Solutions and a Trust Financial/Compliance Analyst at StoneMor Partners, L.P. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in regulatory affairs and compliance management.
Education and Expertise
Kofi Dwebeng holds a Master’s Certification in Financial Management from Cornell University, which he achieved in 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Business Administration and Management from King's College, completing his studies from 2005 to 2008. His educational background equips him with the knowledge necessary to navigate complex compliance landscapes and provide strategic guidance on emerging trends and regulatory changes.
Regulatory Affairs Management
In his current role at Kindred Group, Kofi Dwebeng manages licensing and regulatory affairs for both US and Canadian jurisdictions. He acts as a liaison with regulatory authorities, fostering positive relationships to ensure a proactive approach to compliance matters. His responsibilities include providing strategic guidance to senior leadership regarding compliance trends and regulatory changes, which is crucial for the organization's operations in the North American market.