Brandy Hazzard

About Brandy Hazzard

Experienced financial industry professional with over 20 years of experience spanning Regulatory Compliance, Financial Crimes, Risk Management, and Internal Audit. I bring a strategic and hands-on approach to complex challenges, with a strong track record of leading high-performing teams, driving process improvement, and managing change across dynamic environments.My background includes building and enhancing compliance and risk frameworks, implementing risk-based controls, and navigating evolving regulatory landscapes. I’m passionate about creating efficiencies, elevating internal standards, and mentoring talent to build sustainable, resilient operations.Core strengths include: Leadership & Team Building Regulatory & Risk Expertise Change Management Process Optimization & Efficiency Training & DevelopmentCredentials: CAMS – Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist CRCM – Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager CIA – Certified Internal AuditorAlways open to connecting with professionals who share an interest in compliance, risk, and building strong governance frameworks.

Experience

1. AVP - Senior Internal Auditor Ii

   First Merchants Corporation

   Aug 2021 — Present

Education

• Baker College

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

• Dundee High School

  High School Diploma, High school diploma

  1999 — 2002

Skills

• Retail Banking
• Financial Risk
• Policy
• Loans
• Training
• Management
• Human Resources
• Banking
• Risk Management
• Supervisory Skills
• Risk Assessment
• Bank Secrecy Act
• Compliance