Thomas Royer, Crcm
About Thomas Royer, Crcm
Thomas Royer is the Director of Program Quality & Compliance at Rakuten Advertising, where he has worked since 2022. He specializes in anti-money laundering and terrorist financing investigations, managing compliance programs for major financial institutions across the U.S., Canada, and the UK.
Work at Rakuten Advertising
Thomas Royer currently holds the position of Director Program Quality & Compliance at Rakuten Advertising, a role he has occupied since 2022. Prior to this, he served as Sr Compliance Manager at the same company starting in 2019. His work is based in Salt Lake County, Utah, where he manages compliance programs for major financial institutions across the U.S., Canada, and the UK. His leadership has contributed to the organization's compliance strategies and operational integrity.
Previous Experience in Financial Compliance
Before joining Rakuten Advertising, Thomas Royer worked at Zions Bancorporation as an AML Compliance Officer and FIU Investigations Supervisor from 2013 to 2015. He then transitioned to Mountain America Credit Union, where he served as BSA Compliance Manager from 2015 to 2019. His earlier role included working as Legal Manager at Check City from 2004 to 2009. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of compliance within the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Royer studied at Utah Valley University, where he earned an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from 2006 to 2009. His educational background complements his professional expertise in anti-money laundering and terrorist financing investigations. He possesses specialized knowledge in intelligence operations and analysis, particularly in regulatory compliance contexts.
Achievements in Compliance Management
In his current role at Rakuten Advertising, Thomas Royer has led a team that achieved sustained double-digit growth over the past three years. His focus on compliance management has been instrumental in enhancing the organization's operational effectiveness and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. His strong background in cybercrime further supports his capabilities in managing compliance programs.