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Hector Contreras
US Head of Compliance & MLRO at Chipper Cash
Hector Contreras is a highly versatile and results-driven leader with extensive experience in introducing risk and compliance programs in Fintech and financial institutions.
He has a strong background in building comprehensive risk and compliance programs, managing day-to-day operations, and advising Senior Leadership and Board of Directors on key risk issues.
Hector has a proven track record of protecting company assets, anticipating regulatory trends, and establishing enterprise standards.
With over 50 risk professionals under his leadership, he excels in recruiting and developing high performing cross-functional teams.
His core competencies include Fintech Compliance Strategy, Retail & Payment Services, Process Design & Implementation, Risk Policies & Procedures, Internal Investigations & Controls, Corporate and Regulator Liaison, Risk Management Analysis, Change Management, Problem-Solving, and Team Development.
Hector Contreras is bilingual and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Tulane University.
He has held key positions such as US Head of Compliance & MLRO at Chipper Cash, Chief AML Officer at Guaranteed Rate, Senior Director of Compliance at OppLoans, Director of Compliance at Conotoxia.
He also has prior experience at companies like BMO Harris Bank, Accenture, and Capital One in various compliance and risk management roles.
