Agnes Rea Kumar
About Agnes Rea Kumar
Agnes Rea Kumar serves as the AML Compliance Manager at Kumu, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in law, compliance, and psychology, with previous roles at PETNET Inc., PDAX, and Cavitex Infrastructure Corporation.
Work at Kumu
Agnes Rea Kumar serves as the AML Compliance Manager at Kumu, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing compliance with anti-money laundering regulations. Her work involves ensuring that the company adheres to legal standards and effectively manages risks associated with financial transactions. Kumar's expertise in compliance is essential to Kumu's operations in the Philippines.
Previous Experience in Compliance
Prior to her current role, Agnes Rea Kumar worked at PDAX | Philippine Digital Asset Exchange as a Compliance Officer from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on regulatory compliance within the digital asset sector. Before that, she was a Legal and Compliance Officer at PETNET Inc. from 2015 to 2016, where she gained valuable experience in legal compliance matters.
Education and Expertise
Agnes Rea Kumar has a strong educational background in law and psychology. She studied at Arellano University School of Law, where she earned her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from 2013 to 2019. Additionally, she attended the University of Santo Tomas, obtaining another LL.B. from 2011 to 2013. Kumar also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology from the University of Santo Tomas, completed from 2006 to 2010. Furthermore, she completed a Certificate Course in Strategic Compliance for the Banking Industry at De La Salle University in 2018.
Background in Marketing
Agnes Rea Kumar has a background in marketing, which complements her legal and compliance expertise. This combination of skills allows her to approach compliance issues with a unique perspective, blending her understanding of regulatory requirements with insights from marketing strategies. Her diverse educational and professional experiences contribute to her effectiveness in her current role.
Early Career and Development
Agnes Rea Kumar began her career as a Paralegal at Cavitex Infrastructure Corporation from 2016 to 2017. This role provided her with foundational experience in legal processes and compliance. Her early education at Malate Catholic School laid the groundwork for her academic pursuits, which ultimately led to her specialization in law and compliance.