Denise Jackson

About Denise Jackson

It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you\'ll do things differently.\"- Warren Buffett and I have one thing in common.I agree that integrity is such an important part of our value system as individuals. One mistake or wrong decision can impact us negatively for years to come. It is imperative that we abide by the policies and procedures each business has set in place. Those policies are there for a good reason.I am passionate about ethics and compliance because it leads to a more effective, respectful, and enjoyable workplace. Studies show that I am not alone in my thoughts. One in three employees have left a job for ethical reasons.When I started my career as a paralegal, I enjoyed legal researching, performing root cause analysis, and seeing a case through to completion. That satisfaction was the highlight of my work. Through ethics and compliance, I can continue that goal by ensuring accurate, detailed and complete investigations are performed lawfully and objectively. This protects the company by reducing risk and avoiding missteps that could result in fines, legal ramifications and reputation damage. As you can see, ethics and compliance leads us full circle back to integrity and reputation.Some of my career highlights include:* Resolved 20 non-compliant contracts while advancing team contracting metrics by 100%.* Led Regional Managers with new Cloud-based document management and contract tracking systems that increased efficiency by 50%.* Partnered with legal team in developing a manual outlining policies and procedures for audits that significantly improved employee understanding of probate operations.My key skills include:Compliance Analysis and Management, Ethics and Compliance Investigations, Business and Workplace Ethics, Root Cause Analysis, Research & Investigation, Auditing, Team Leadership and Training, Data Driven Decision Making, Regulatory Compliance Let\'s connect!d••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. Compliance Management Systems Administrator

   Bezos Academy

   Apr 2023 — Present

   Lead the development, management, and expansion of a nationwide governance, risk, and digital compliance system for tuition-free Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. Oversee risk escalation, ensure alignment with evolving child care licensing regulations, design and implement internal controls, and administer comprehensive compliance surveys and assessments. Drive the creation of a robust risk module and generate audit reports to enhance transparency, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization.Key achievements:*Successfully led the implementation of a new compliance management system, enhancing regulatory adherence and operational efficiency.*Developed and delivered comprehensive risk assessment training for cross-functional teams, enhancing proficiency in our compliance management system.*Active member of the Risk Oversight Committee, ensuring effective governance and management of organizational risks.*Crafted monthly ethics and compliance topics for publication in our internal newsletter, fostering awareness and accountability in maintaining an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Education

• University of Delaware

  Bachelor's degree, Criminal Justice

• National Center for Paralegal Training

  Legal Assistant/Paralegal