Bc Tan
About Bc Tan
Bc Tan serves as the Director of Risk Special Services at Thomson Reuters in Singapore, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in risk management and compliance, with a focus on organized crime, regulatory demands, and the application of Open Source Intelligence.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Bc Tan has held multiple positions at Thomson Reuters, currently serving as Director Risk Special Services since 2021 in Singapore. Prior to this role, he was the Global Head of Trade Finance Risk & Compliance from 2016 to 2018 and Head of Research for the APAC region from 2013 to 2016. He also worked as the Head of Organised Crime Research from 2011 to 2013 and as Head of Client & Third Party Risk for the APAC region from 2016 to 2018. His tenure at Thomson Reuters spans over a decade, showcasing his extensive experience in risk management and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Bc Tan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, International Security, and Intelligence from The Ohio State University. He possesses expertise in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and its application to risk management. His academic background and professional experience contribute to his advocacy for an intelligence-driven approach to risk and compliance within the industry.
Background
Before his current role, Bc Tan worked at ComplyAdvantage as Head of AML Data Research from 2019 to 2021. He also served at World-Check, where he was the Global Head of Organised Crime Research from 2008 to 2011 and a Terrorism and Insurgency Research Analyst from 2006 to 2008. His early career included a position as a Researcher at the Institute of Defense and Strategic Studies in 2004. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of risk management and compliance.
Achievements
Bc Tan has engaged in industry advocacy for intelligence practices in risk management. He specializes in addressing complex intelligence challenges related to transnational organized crime and various forms of trafficking. His focus includes regulatory demands and compliance concerning international sanctions and trade-based money laundering, reflecting his commitment to enhancing industry standards.