Curtis Fenstermacher

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ABOUT CURTIS FENSTERMACHER

Banking & Fintech Executive | Operations Strategy | Process Optimization | Regulatory Compliance (BSA/AML, OFAC, Risk)| Digital TransformationI am a strategic operations and transformation leader with over 30 years of experience driving business growth, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance in banking, fintech, and other highly regulated industries. My career has been defined by building high-performing teams, scaling operational ecosystems, and delivering measurable results in fast-paced, high-growth environments.I’ve led enterprise-wide transformations, implemented innovative systems, and optimized workflows that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. As Chief Operations Officer at Orrstown Bank, I directed six departments, increasing productivity by 30%, reducing operational errors by 40%, and delivering \\$1.2M in annual cost savings through automation and process redesign. At Nasdaq Verafin, I partnered with top-tier financial institutions to implement AI-driven AML and fraud platforms for over 2,500 clients, improving fraud detection and operational scalability.My expertise spans banking operations leadership, partner/vendor management, regulatory compliance, process automation, performance metrics, and M\\ & A integration. I have a proven track record of aligning operational strategy with business goals, managing complex cross-functional initiatives, and creating governance frameworks that ensure sustainable success.Driven by a passion for innovation and continuous improvement, I excel at transforming challenges into opportunities, ensuring that people, processes, and technology work in harmony to achieve strategic objectives.