Video | The Strategic Alliance of the CCO and CLO

In this engaging episode, we welcome a distinguished panel of experts who are at the forefront of compliance and risk management in the financial services sector. Moderated by Vanessa de Samame, founding partner of the executive search firm Hedley May, this discussion promises to provide invaluable insights into the dynamic relationship between legal frameworks and compliance strategies.

Meet Our Esteemed Guests

Joining us are two remarkable executives who have made significant contributions to the field:

1. Kate Ring, chief compliance officer at Stash Financial
   • With over two million customers and approximately $100 million in revenue, Stash is a leading fintech company. Ring leads the compliance and risk management efforts across the organization, overseeing critical areas such as the broker–dealer compliance program, investment advisory bank offerings and anti-money laundering (AML) initiatives. Her extensive career includes nearly a decade at LPL Financial, where she honed her skills in compliance and legal roles.
2. Michelle Oroschakoff, board member at, and chair of the audit and risk committee at, Focus Financial
   • Oroschakoff’s impressive résumé includes senior positions in legal compliance and risk management at Morgan Stanley and Fiser Investments. As former chief compliance officer (CCO) at LPL Financial, she has vast experience managing large teams and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.