Amy Parks
About Amy Parks
Amy Parks serves as a BSA High Risk/OFAC Analyst at TowneBank, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in the financial sector, having held various leadership roles at Morgan Stanley and TIAA Bank.
Work at TowneBank
Amy Parks has served as a BSA High Risk/OFAC Analyst at TowneBank since 2018. In this role, she focuses on compliance with Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) guidelines. She played a key role in launching TowneBank's World Elite and World debit card offerings. Additionally, she has contributed to the organization's emergency preparedness by serving as the Business Contingency Coordinator, where she maintained and tested calling trees and alternate work sites. Parks also facilitated training sessions across six regional offices, enhancing staff knowledge and compliance capabilities.
Previous Experience at Morgan Stanley
Amy Parks held multiple positions at Morgan Stanley from 1994 to 2009, accumulating over 15 years of experience. She served as Director for a significant portion of her tenure, where she was involved in various analytical and managerial roles. Her responsibilities included budget analysis and oversight of financial operations. Parks also worked as a Section Manager and was instrumental in leading teams and projects during her time at the firm. This extensive background provided her with a strong foundation in financial services and compliance.
Experience at TIAA Bank
Prior to her current role at TowneBank, Amy Parks worked at TIAA Bank as a Senior BSA Analyst and Investigations Team Lead from 2011 to 2018. In this position, she led investigations related to BSA compliance, focusing on identifying and mitigating risks associated with financial transactions. Her leadership in this role contributed to the bank's efforts in maintaining regulatory compliance and safeguarding against financial crimes.
Education and Training Background
Amy Parks completed her secondary education at Valparaiso High School in Indiana. Her educational background laid the groundwork for her career in finance and compliance. Throughout her professional journey, she has engaged in various training initiatives, including facilitating training sessions across multiple regional offices at TowneBank, which reflects her commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the industry.