Mary Meade Koslen
About Mary Meade Koslen
Mary Meade Koslen serves as the Senior Risk Executive Merchant Third Party ISO at Synovus, bringing extensive experience in card brand compliance and credit risk management. She has held various leadership positions in the financial services industry, including roles at Bank of America and US Bank, and has a strong background in streamlining processes and managing third-party card relationships.
Current Role at Synovus
Mary Meade Koslen serves as the Senior Risk Executive Merchant Third Party ISO at Synovus. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's risk management strategies in the Greater Atlanta Area. Her role involves overseeing third-party relationships and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience at Bank of America
Prior to her current role, Koslen worked at Bank of America as Vice President of Merchant Services from 2008 to 2013. During her five years there, she focused on enhancing merchant service offerings and managing compliance within the organization.
Expertise in Card Brand Compliance
Koslen has extensive expertise in card brand compliance and PCI data security. She has served as a Visa PIN Security Auditor, demonstrating her knowledge in maintaining security standards and compliance in the payments industry.
Educational Background
Mary Meade Koslen earned her MBA from Florida Atlantic University, specializing in Business Administration and Management. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in risk management and compliance.
Career Progression and Specializations
Koslen has a diverse career spanning over two decades in the financial services industry. She has held various positions, including Sr Director ISO Third Party Compliance at First Data Merchant Services and Vice President Corporate Risk & Compliance at US Bank. Her specializations include managing third-party card relationships and credit risk management.