NSCP Appoints Melissa Loner as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Executive Director
(Cornwall Bridge, CT) April 22, 2024 – The National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP), the premier non-profit membership organization for compliance professionals in the financial services industry, is delighted to announce the appointment of Melissa Loner as its new Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Executive Director. Melissa, a highly regarded figure in the compliance community and the most recent Board Chair of NSCP, brings over 25 years of extensive experience in the financial services industry to her new role.
Melissa Loner
Chief Operating Officer & Deputy Executive Director
"Melissa's deep industry knowledge and her previous leadership as NSCP's Board Chair make her an ideal choice for this role," said Lisa Crossley, Executive Director of NSCP. "Her vision for compliance aligns perfectly with our mission to educate, connect and empower compliance professionals. We are thrilled to have her step into this role and drive forward our strategic initiatives."
Melissa's career has spanned various capacities throughout the financial services industry including a focus as a broker-dealer and Registered Investment Adviser Chief Compliance Officer. This diverse background equips her uniquely to steer NSCP towards new heights, particularly at a time when the industry is navigating significant regulatory changes.
Melissa's responsibilities will include overseeing day-to-day operations, enhancing member services, regulatory relations and leading strategic planning efforts to ensure NSCP remains at the forefront of compliance education and advocacy. Her role will be pivotal in implementing innovative strategies that reflect the evolving needs of compliance professionals across the country.
"Joining NSCP's staff as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Executive Director is a tremendous honor," said Melissa Loner. "Having served on the Board and worked alongside some of the most dedicated professionals in compliance, I am excited to contribute even more significantly to an organization that stands as a pillar of integrity and excellence in the compliance community."
Prior to joining NSCP, Melissa served as the Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at Avantax, and held significant roles at Premier Wealth Management® and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. Her extensive credentials include an MBA from American Military University, and multiple FINRA Series licenses.
NSCP is excited for the wealth of knowledge and leadership Melissa brings to her new position. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in NSCP's journey towards expanding its impact within the financial services industry.
For more information about NSCP, please visit NSCP’s website.
About NSCP
Since 1986, the National Society of Compliance Professionals has been the leading non-profit, membership organization dedicated to supporting compliance professionals in the financial services industry, focusing primarily on investment advisers, broker-dealers, and private funds. NSCP membership offers a wide range of compliance resources, educational opportunities, and regulatory advocacy and engagement. NSCP provides its members with essential information on compliance topics, regulatory insights, and useful tools through its monthly publication, online and in-person events, and within an interactive online community. NSCP members have access to a diverse community of compliance professionals who share their knowledge and expertise.
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