Chris Leonard
About Chris Leonard
Chris Leonard is a Compliance Manager at Simplicity Wealth and Simplicity Group Holdings, with a background in various financial and managerial roles.
Title
Chris Leonard is currently serving as the Chief Compliance Officer at Simplicity Wealth and as Compliance Manager at Simplicity Group Holdings.
Current Role at Simplicity Wealth
Since 2022, Chris Leonard has been the Chief Compliance Officer at Simplicity Wealth. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing the company's compliance programs. His role ensures that all company activities meet regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Current Role at Simplicity Group Holdings
Chris Leonard also holds the position of Compliance Manager at Simplicity Group Holdings. He started this role in 2020. His duties include ensuring that the organization adheres to industry regulations and internal guidelines, helping to mitigate risk and protect the company's reputation.
Previous Experience at AXA Advisors, LLC
Chris Leonard worked at AXA Advisors, LLC, holding multiple positions over four years. From 2015 to 2019, he served as the Regional Controls Manager - Field Examinations in New York City. Prior to that, he was the Branch Controls Supervisor - BCS from 2013 to 2015.
Professional Background
Chris Leonard has extensive experience in the financial sector. He worked as a PMD at Merrill Lynch in 2012 and as a Floor Manager at Altrion Trading Group from 2009 to 2011. Earlier, he also served as a Portfolio Manager/Assistant Branch Manager at E1 Asset Management from 2005 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Chris Leonard holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Economics from Boston University, which he earned between 2001 and 2005. His academic background has equipped him with a strong analytical skill set, essential for his roles in compliance and financial management.