Christopher Johnson
About Christopher Johnson
Christopher Johnson is a Senior Manager in Financial Crime Compliance at SWIFT, with over 25 years of experience in providing data and services to financial institutions. He has held various roles, including Director of Strategic Sales at Dow Jones & Company and Global Account Manager at BankersAccuity, and is recognized for his expertise in KYC and AML.
Work at SWIFT
Christopher Johnson has been employed at SWIFT since 2014, serving as the Senior Manager for Financial Crime Compliance. In this role, he is responsible for the sales and marketing of the SWIFT Compliance Suite across the United States and Canada. His position involves overseeing compliance services and ensuring adherence to financial regulations. Johnson's work contributes to the development and implementation of strategies that enhance compliance measures within the financial sector.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role at SWIFT, Christopher Johnson held significant positions in the financial services industry. He worked at Dow Jones & Company as the Director of Strategic Sales from 2000 to 2007, where he focused on sales strategies. He also served as the Global Account Manager at BankersAccuity from 2010 to 2014, managing key accounts and client relationships. His extensive experience spans over 25 years in providing data, software, and professional services to banks and Fortune 500 companies.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Johnson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Virginia State University. His educational background supports his expertise in financial compliance, particularly in areas such as Know Your Customer (KYC), Sanctions Screening, Sanctions Testing, and Anti-Money Laundering (AML). Johnson is recognized as an expert in these fields, with a focus on enhancing compliance practices within the financial industry.
Specialized Skills
Johnson possesses specialized skills in domestic and cross-border payments, Straight Through Processing (STP), and Credit Risk. His knowledge in these areas enables him to effectively manage compliance services and contribute to the financial crime compliance landscape. His expertise is crucial for organizations seeking to navigate complex regulatory environments and mitigate financial crime risks.