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BoG employee earns anti-financial crime designation
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Posted on May 10 2022
Kazzandra Ruaro
HAGÅTÑA, Guam—Bank of Guam announced yesterday that Kazzandra Ruaro, Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering support manager, has earned the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist certification. This credential is the gold standard in Anti-Money Laundering certifications and recognized internationally by financial institutions, governments and regulators as a vested commitment to protecting the financial system against money laundering.
The designation is awarded by the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists to professionals who pass the exam, earn 40 qualifying credits based on education, professional certifications, work experience and professional references.
ACAMS is the largest international membership organization for anti-financial crime professionals that supports individuals and organizations who are dedicated to ending financial crime through thought leadership, continuing professional education and their “best- in-class” peer network.
“Kazzandra’s certification is a great reflection of her dedication to protecting our customers and combatting money laundering. As we continue to enhance our digital delivery channels, it is important for us to continue our investments deep into the development of our people as well. Kazzandra’s certification and the work she does every day is part of why we’re proud to be The People’s Bank,” said Josephine Mariano, senior vice president, chief BSA, and central operations officer of the Bank of Guam. (PR)
