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Certification
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Valerie Visnic

Valerie Visnic

LOS ANGELES

Summary



Global Compliance Manager with 10+ years of experience leading internal communications teams, investigations, operational and human rights-focused audits and risk assessments. Expertise in eLearning and in-person training content development, instruction and deployment. Adept at analytical problem solving and fostering a culture of compliance and ethical engagement.



Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Global Compliance Manager

The Gemological Institute of America
04.2014 - Current
  • Management of all aspects of the Institute's global operational audits including preparation and presentation of comprehensive audit reports to upper management, covering issues and remediation recommendations.
  • Develop, deliver, and track compliance program training for all locations globally.
  • Planning, development, execution, and management of Institute's I&D and Compliance communications programs.
  • Played instrumental role in Institute's global risk assessment activities, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.



Education

Certificate in Project Management -

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Bachelor of Arts - English

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Audit oversight & management
  • Investigations
  • Planning, development, execution, and management of multiple communications programs
  • Risk assessments and analysis
  • Development and support of compliance initiatives
  • Policy revision and translation oversight
  • Training development, delivery and completion tracking
  • Regulatory standards alignment
  • Data gathering and reporting
  • Process development
  • Project management
  • Compliance monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Successfully managed all aspects of the Institute's global operational audit leading to industry re-certification.
  • Design and deployment of first home-grown eLearning staff courses for Know Your Customer/Supplier, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, International Trade Controls and Anti-Money Laundering.
  • Part of compliance and HR investigation teams that reduced internal HR/compliance breaches by 25% within one year.

Certification

  • Certified Training Generalist, Langevin Learning Services


Timeline

Global Compliance Manager

The Gemological Institute of America
04.2014 - Current

Certificate in Project Management -

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Arizona State University
Valerie Visnic