David Kalikhman, Esq, Cams
About David Kalikhman, Esq, Cams
David Kalikhman, Esq, Cams is a Senior Investigator at Synovus with over 12 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. He has a strong background in compliance and regulatory matters, having held various roles in notable financial institutions.
Work at Synovus
David Kalikhman serves as a Senior Investigator at Synovus, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on compliance investigations and regulatory matters. His responsibilities include conducting thorough investigations and ensuring adherence to compliance protocols within the organization.
Previous Experience in Compliance and Investigations
Kalikhman has extensive experience in the compliance sector, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Compliance Consultant at IPSA International in 2012, a Compliance Specialist at Ernst & Young in 2012, and held similar positions at Navigant, Citi, and Standard Chartered Bank. His work involved quality assurance, monitoring alerts, and conducting KYC processes.
Education and Expertise
David Kalikhman earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Boston College Law School, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Binghamton University, obtained between 1990 and 1992. His educational background supports his over 10 years of legal experience, with a specialization in compliance and regulatory matters.
Specialization in AML and KYC Processes
Kalikhman has over 12 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. His expertise includes SAR writing, look-backs, QA/QC, KYC remediation, and high-risk investigations. This specialization underlines his significant contributions to compliance frameworks in the financial sector.
Career Timeline and Roles
Throughout his career, Kalikhman has held various positions in compliance and investigations. He worked as a KYC Consultant at JPMorgan Chase in 2011, a Senior AML Consultant at Citi from 2014 to 2015, and a Compliance Specialist at Rabobank N.A. from 2018 to 2019. His diverse roles reflect a comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements across different financial institutions.