Raymond Fitzpatrick

About Raymond Fitzpatrick

Hello, I am Ray, a dynamic and results-driven professional specializing in human resources, regulatory compliance, project management, and operational leadership. With over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about optimizing business outcomes through strategic leadership and continuous process improvement. I excel in building and guiding high-performing cross-functional teams, maximizing resource efficiency, reducing operational costs, and enhancing overall productivity. Skilled in regulatory compliance, risk management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives, I thrive in fast-paced, diverse environments where delivering on deadlines and exceeding expectations is key. Known for my strong analytical mindset, effective problem-solving, and exceptional communication skills, I am committed to fostering collaboration and achieving sustainable success.I am a passionate leader committed to mentoring and developing exceptional organizational leaders. To empower individuals to reach their full potential personally and professionally, I partnered with MentorcliQ to establish an innovative, organization-wide mentoring program. Over the past two years, this initiative has impacted more than 250 participants, fostering talent development, enhancing professional growth, and strengthening our internal leadership pipeline.True leadership is demonstrated by developing leaders who, in turn, cultivate and inspire others. I co-created and implemented a dynamic, three-tiered leadership development program tailored for junior, mid-level, and senior leaders to perpetuate this growth cycle. This comprehensive program, which includes over 100 annual participants and concludes with a historic battlefield leadership experience, has driven higher retention rates and built a sustainable framework for leadership excellence across all organizational levels.With over 30 years of service in the U.S. Air Force and New York Air National Guard, I currently serve as the Senior Enlisted Leader for the 136th Attack Squadron. In this role, I provide strategic counsel to the Commander on all matters impacting the health, welfare, morale, professional development, culture, and staffing of squadron personnel. I maintain an active Top Secret SCI security clearance.Outside work, I enjoy spending quality time with my wife and children, exploring the outdoors, walking, and hiking. I also take pride in giving back to the community. For the past 20 years, I have helped organize a charity golf tournament that has raised over to support youth organizations.

Experience

1. Compliance Officer

   Delaware North

   Dec 2025 — Present · Hamburg, NY, US

   As the Compliance Officer for Hamburg Gaming, I am responsible for leading and overseeing the property’s regulatory compliance framework, ensuring full adherence to federal and NY State gaming regulations. This role serves as a key guardian of the organization’s integrity, gaming license, financial controls, and compliance culture.Key Responsibilities:Serve as the property’s BSA/AML Compliance Officer, ensuring compliance with Title 31 of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and all applicable Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.Develop, implement, and continuously monitor the casino’s AML compliance program, including internal controls, risk assessments, and independent testing oversight.Ensure accurate and timely reporting and recordkeeping, including Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).Develop and deliver BSA/AML training programs for team members and leadership to promote awareness, accountability, and a strong culture of compliance.Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional departments (Finance, Gaming Operations, Surveillance, Security, and Cage) to support compliance initiatives and mitigate risk.Regulatory & Audit Oversight:Conduct detailed reviews and evaluations of internal controls, operations, and financial processes within the Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) facility.Perform and oversee internal control inspections, compliance reviews, and operational appraisals.Ensure compliance with all NY State Video Lottery regulatory codes, internal control standards, and applicable gaming laws.Leadership & Administration:Oversee hiring, training, development, and scheduling of audit and compliance staff.Formulate departmental budgets, policies, and procedures to support operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.Enforce departmental and organizational policies while fostering a culture rooted in integrity, accountability, and operational excellence.

Education

• Leadership Niagara

  Class of 2019, Organizational Leadership

• Community College of the Air Force

  Air and Space Operations Technology, RPA Sensor Operator

• American Military University

  Bachelor of Management, Organizational Leadership

• Community College of the Air Force

  Aviation Operations, KC-135R In-Flight Refueling Operator and C-130 Flight Engineer

• Columbia Southern University

  Master of Science - MS, Human Resources Management

• National Defense University

  Senior Enlisted Joint PME

  2012