Farah Nelson
Senior Vice President Senior Risk Officer @Wells Fargo
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Vice President Senior Risk Officer @Wells Fargo
Charlotte, NC, US
Developed Basel-aligned risk monitoring tools to analyze key indicators and identify emerging trends. Leveraged AI tools like Microsoft Copilot to streamline analytics and automate reporting for more efficient risk insights. Led full-cycle RCSA processes, driving risk identification, control assessments, and remediation efforts while improving control efficiency. Collaborated with first and second line teams to integrate risk intelligence into strategic initiatives and close control gaps. Conducted control gap analyses using enterprise and external data to validate control effectiveness. Produced executive-level “State of Operational Risk” reports with actionable insights. Mentored junior staff in data-driven risk analysis, critical thinking, and AI-supported tools. Managed risk initiatives using project management best practices to ensure timely, aligned, and impactful outcomes.
EDUCATION
East Carolina University
Psychology, Psycohlogy, Communications
East Carolina University
Masters in Science, Accounting
ABOUT FARAH NELSON
Certified Public Accountant with 15+ years of experience in auditing, risk management, and internal controls across diverse industries including private equity, manufacturing, real estate, nonprofits, and financial institutions. Skilled in leveraging AI tools and prompt engineering to streamline workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and drive operational efficiency. Proven leader in managing complex projects, meeting tight deadlines, and delivering actionable insights on risk and compliance.
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