Richard Butler
Vice President, Compliance Support and Governance @Merrick Bank
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President, Compliance Support and Governance @Merrick Bank
Lead the governance, execution, and continuous improvement of Merrick Bank’s enterprise compliance framework, ensuring consistency, regulatory alignment, and operational excellence across all business lines. Oversee policy and procedure lifecycle management, enterprise compliance training, Reg W and Reg O reporting, CRA governance, and audit/exam readiness. Direct issue management and project‑level risk assessment while managing centralized compliance calendars and Board/regulatory reporting. Provide leadership for the complaints program and regulatory liaison activities, driving standardized tools, strong cross‑functional partnership, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
EDUCATION
Westminster College
MBA
University of Utah
BA
ABOUT RICHARD BUTLER
I am a strategic and results‑driven leader with 30 years of experience in the banking and financial services industry, specializing in risk management, compliance, and conduct governance. My career has been defined by leading large‑scale programs that strengthen regulatory frameworks, enhance organizational culture, and deliver measurable business outcomes.I’ve built and deployed international conduct risk governance across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Canada, and launched a global whistleblower program. Previously at American Express, I directed the U.S. Complaint Program, led a PMO responding to a regulatory action, and managed a Six Sigma PMO portfolio of 100+ projects, achieving multimillion‑dollar cost reductions.I bring deep expertise in:• Global compliance and regulatory strategy• Conduct risk, ethics, and whistleblower programs• Complaint governance, analytics, and reporting• Project and program management (Agile & Waterfall)• Six Sigma Master Black Belt process improvementRecognized for building and inspiring high‑performing teams, I thrive at the intersection of strategy, governance, and execution—translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, sustainable solutions.I am passionate about advancing ethical business practices, strengthening organizational culture, and mentoring the next generation of compliance and risk leaders.
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