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SANDRA EDUN-WATLER

Sandra Edun-Watler is an Attorney at-Law with extensive experience in the Regulatory and Compliance regimes governing the financial services industry. She brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience from the wide range of positions she has held in this field.

She is the former Head of the Compliance & Reporting Services of a leading global offshore law firm where she provided Anti-Money Laundering, AEOI Reporting & Compliance Officer services.

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VALDEZ K RUSSELL

Valdez K. Russell is a dynamic and accomplished leader whose unwavering dedi cation to empowering individuals and organizations has enabled them to reach their highest potential. As the visionary founder and principal of VKR Insights, a distinguished communications and reputation management agency, Valdez has consistently demonstrated his expertise in crafting transformative public relations and communication strategies that catalyze significant change.

With a fervent passion for education, Valdez has garnered extensive experi ence in college administration and education, refining his skills in communica tions and qualitative research.

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FAREDA D. SANDS

Fareda D. Sands, MBA, MSc, CAMS, CIRM is a highly accomplished Compliance Consultant with specialized expertise in Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Risk Management, Training, and Investigative Services.

With over thirty years of experience in the financial services industry, she is recognized as a strategic leader and trusted advisor in regulatory compliance and financial crime risk management.

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