Bryan Brodowski

About Bryan Brodowski

Spearheading AML/CFT compliance at Washington Trust Bank, my role as Director of Financial Crimes and BSA Officer focuses on fortifying the bank against financial crimes. With a robust background in AML and fraud prevention, I ensure adherence to AML/CFT/OFAC regulations, reporting directly to the Board of Directors on compliance matters and suspicious activity. My certifications in Anti-Money Laundering (CAMS) Regulatory Complaince (CRCM), Fraud (CFE), and Enterprise Risk (CERP) underpin a commitment to safeguarding our institution and maintaining the utmost regulatory standards.At the helm of our Financial Crimes compliance team, we have successfully navigated complex regulatory landscapes, serving as the subject matter expert for Regulation E disputes and Fraud investigations. Collaboration with regulatory bodies during examinations has honed my expertise, allowing me to craft a resilient compliance program that reflects the evolving nature of digital currency and model risk, ensuring our customer relations remain unimpeachable.

Experience

1. Vice President Director of Financial Crimes

   Washington Trust Bank

   Apr 2025 — Present · Spokane, WA, US

   Support and lead the Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering (FRAML) department as the designated AML/CFT Officer and OFAC Officer - Responsible for developing, implementing and administering all aspects of the bank’s AML/CFT/OFAC Compliance Program, the Fraud Risk Program, and the Identity Theft Prevention Program- Provide oversight of the FRAML department including providing day-to-day advice to and oversight of the FRAML department manager, the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Dispute team, the department quality control process, the BSA Analyst, and other department support personnel to ensure compliance with regulatory expectations as well as internal policies and procedures- Implement quality control methods and processes to ensure compliance using industry standard sampling methods to ensure the Bank’s AML/CFT, OFAC, and EFT dispute compliance efforts are maintained- Advise the department, division and executive management as well as Bank personnel of emerging AML/CFT/OFAC compliance issues and consults and guides the Bank in the establishment of controls to mitigate risks- Ensure department activities run smoothly and efficiently by providing leadership, training and supervision within the department- Perform direct supervisory duties of assigned department staff, oversees the coverage of department staff, and is required to be fully knowledgeable and skilled in all areas of the FRAML department.

Education

• UC Irvine

  BS, Physics

  1986 — 1989

• Brigham Young University

  MBA, Business

  1992 — 1994