The Powered Top 25 · Vol.1Editorial Selection · 2026

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Women Chief Compliance Officers of 2026

An editorial selection by the editors of Powered Magazine.

Compiled byThe Editorial Board

FiledNew York · 2026

The cohort25 selected out of 25 profiles

SerialPortraitName & roleCompanyEditorial hook

S. 01

Jelahn StewartSenior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer & Associate General Counsel

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Salesforce“Jelahn Stewart is Senior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer, and Associate General Counsel at Salesforce, where she leads global ethics, compliance, and legal initiatives. Previously, she held senior compliance leadership roles at Leidos and Walmart, overseeing enterprise-wide ethics programs, regulatory risk, and internal investigations. Stewart began her career with nearly two decades at the U.S. Department of Justice, prosecuting major cases and advancing victim assistance programs. She has also taught law, spoken widely on legal and ethical issues, and completed executive education at Harvard and Stanford. Stewart holds a JD from American University and a bachelor's degree from USC. ”

S. 02

Tanya Jaeger de ForasSenior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Corporate Secretary & Chief Compliance Officer

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Ingredion Incorporated“Tanya Jaeger de Foras is Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Corporate Secretary, and Chief Compliance Officer at Ingredion Incorporated, where she oversees global legal, governance, compliance, and government relations. She joined the company in 2021 after holding senior legal and compliance leadership roles at Whirlpool, Luxottica (now EssilorLuxottica), and Pfizer. Earlier, she practiced corporate law at Sullivan & Cromwell in New York and Paris. With more than two decades of international legal and regulatory experience, she has worked across North America and Europe. Jaeger de Foras holds degrees from Georgetown University and Harvard Law School and speaks five languages.”

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S. 03

Royce WarrickSenior Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary

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Solenis“Royce Warrick is Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Solenis, a global provider of water and hygiene solutions. Since joining the company in 2014, she has led its legal, compliance, and corporate governance functions while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Before Solenis, Warrick served as Senior Managing Counsel and Global Commercial Legal Director at The Dow Chemical Company, where she oversaw commercial legal matters worldwide. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University and a Juris Doctor from Villanova University's Charles Widger School of Law, building a distinguished career in corporate law and compliance.”

S. 04

Carolina CeballosChief AML Officer and Head of AML Compliance for the Americas and EMEA

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Ant International“Carolina Ceballos is Chief AML Officer and Head of AML Compliance for the Americas and EMEA at Ant International, where she leads global anti-money laundering and financial crime compliance across brands including Alipay, Antom, and WorldFirst. She drives strategic compliance initiatives that promote secure digital payments, regulatory excellence, and financial inclusion. Previously, Ceballos held senior compliance leadership roles at Paxos, Meta, and Western Union, strengthening AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption programs across global markets. Recognized for her strategic leadership, she excels at navigating complex regulatory environments, mentoring high-performing teams, and aligning compliance with business growth and innovation.”

S. 05

Kate GodfreySVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer

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KARL STORZ“Kate Godfrey is Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at KARL STORZ, where she leads the company's global compliance program to promote ethical business practices and regulatory adherence across its medical technology operations. With nearly 20 years of experience in the life sciences industry, she previously held compliance leadership roles at Veracyte, Adaptive Biotechnologies, and Roche/Genentech, helping organizations scale through rapid growth and complex regulatory environments. Godfrey holds a bachelor's degree from DePaul University and a JD in Health Law from California Western School of Law. She is also an advocate for epilepsy awareness through her #run4joshua initiative.”

S. 06

Beth CollingSenior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer

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CDM Smith“Beth Colling is Chief Compliance Officer at CDM Smith, where she leads the company's global compliance program and reports directly to the CEO and Board of Directors. With more than 26 years of experience in employment law, business law, risk management, and corporate compliance, she has served as both a litigator and in-house legal counsel for multinational organizations. Colling is also an active leader in nonprofit and professional organizations, supporting refugee resettlement, women's leadership, and engineering initiatives. She holds a law degree from the University of Virginia, is a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), and is a member of the Virginia State Bar.”

S. 07

Pierrette BradshawChief Compliance Officer

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MidCap Financial“Pierrette Bradshaw is Chief Compliance Officer at MidCap Financial Services, where she has led the company's compliance program since 2017. With nearly four decades of legal and compliance experience, she has held senior leadership roles at CapitalSpring Finance Company, CapitalSource Finance Company, General Motors Acceptance Corporation Commercial Finance, and Peachtree Franchise Finance. Her career spans corporate compliance, commercial finance, real estate transactions, intellectual property, and business law. Bradshaw holds a bachelor's degree from Connecticut College and a JD from Penn State Dickinson School of Law. She also studied at the London School of Economics and the University of Florence and is admitted to the bars of Connecticut and the District of Columbia.”

S. 08

Tamika OliverChief Compliance Officer

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NerdWallet“**Location:** San Francisco, California, United States Tamika Oliver is Chief Compliance Officer at NerdWallet, where she leads the company's enterprise-wide compliance and regulatory strategy. With more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, she has built expertise in compliance, risk management, consumer protection, and regulatory governance. Before joining NerdWallet, Oliver held leadership roles at major financial institutions and served as a federal banking regulator, giving her a well-rounded perspective on financial regulation and innovation. A Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), she is recognized for aligning compliance with business objectives while promoting integrity, inclusion, and effective risk management in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.”

S. 09

Andrea LaflecheChief Compliance Officer

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Tradeview Markets“Andrea Lafleche is Chief Compliance Officer at Tradeview Markets, where she oversees global compliance and regulatory strategy across Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Southeast Asia, and Europe. With more than 20 years of experience in financial services, she specializes in anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC) compliance, corporate governance, and regulatory risk management. Lafleche has led the development of global compliance frameworks, supported international business expansion, and fostered a culture of ethical leadership and accountability. She is also a strong advocate for mentoring professionals and advancing women into leadership roles within the financial services industry.”

S. 10

Krystal MurerVP, Ethics Regulatory Affairs and Chief Compliance Officer

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OU Health“Krystal Murer is Chief Compliance Officer at OU Health, Oklahoma's only comprehensive academic health system, where she oversees compliance across hospitals and clinics. She is recognized for leading initiatives that enhance patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence, including launching in-house billing, coding, and 340B compliance programs. Murer is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), a Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) professional, a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM), and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. She holds degrees from Oklahoma City University and the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and actively supports nonprofit organizations and mentorship programs in her community.”

S. 11

Elisabete BotinasChief Compliance Officer

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bitFlyer“Elisabete Botinas is Chief Compliance Officer at bitFlyer, a global cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain company, where she oversees regulatory compliance, risk management, and corporate governance. With extensive experience in financial services and digital assets, she has built and managed enterprise-wide compliance programs, strengthened AML and risk controls, and advised leadership on evolving regulatory requirements. Before joining bitFlyer, Botinas served as Chief Compliance Officer at Cocone and Group Chief Compliance Officer at Transak, following earlier leadership roles at First Bank Americano. She holds a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and is recognized for developing practical, transparent compliance frameworks that support responsible business growth.”

S. 12

Kim OtteChief Compliance Officer, Amazon Healthcare

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Amazon“Kim Otte is Chief Compliance Officer for Amazon Healthcare, where she oversees compliance and regulatory strategy across the company's healthcare operations. With more than 30 years of experience in healthcare law, risk management, and compliance, she previously served as Chief Risk Officer at Mayo Clinic Rochester and as Legal Counsel for Public Policy at Medica Health Plans/Allina Health System. Earlier in her career, Otte practiced law as an associate attorney at Popham Haik / Halleland Lewis. She holds a JD and an MA in Philosophy from the University of Minnesota, as well as a bachelor's degree from Baylor University.”

S. 13

Heba HamoudaChief Compliance Officer

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Apple“Heba Hamouda is Chief Compliance Officer at Apple, where she leads corporate compliance initiatives and advises on governance, regulatory, and legal matters. An experienced attorney and Certified Public Accountant (CPA), she has extensive expertise in corporate transactions, due diligence, compliance programs, and corporate governance. Before joining Apple, Hamouda practiced law at Dentons, where she handled complex commercial agreements, intellectual property matters, immigration cases, and pro bono legal work. She earned bachelor's degrees in Accounting and Finance from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and a Juris Doctor from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, combining legal and financial expertise to support global compliance and business operations. ”

S. 14

Joanne MullenChief Compliance Officer and Chief Employment Litigation Counsel

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Ecolab“Joanne Mullen is Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Employment Litigation Counsel at Ecolab, where she oversees global compliance and employment law matters for the company's operations in more than 170 countries. Since joining Ecolab in 2013, she has held senior legal leadership roles, guiding compliance strategy, corporate governance, and employment litigation. Mullen is widely recognized for her expertise in workplace compliance and labor law, including advising organizations on religious accommodation and evolving employment regulations. She is also a frequent speaker at legal and compliance conferences, sharing insights on employment law and fostering inclusive, compliant workplaces.”

S. 15

Tamsin FastChief Compliance Officer

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Aramark“Tamsin Fast is Chief Compliance Officer at Aramark, where she leads the company's global compliance program and reports regularly to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. Since assuming the role in 2017, she has overseen compliance strategy, ethics, and regulatory initiatives across Aramark's international operations. Fast joined the company in 2007 as an employment lawyer, building its employment law function and leading wage and hour, background check, and government investigation compliance programs. Before Aramark, she practiced labor and employment law at Morgan Lewis. Fast earned a JD from New York University School of Law and a bachelor's degree in History from the University of Pennsylvania.”

S. 16

Joanna RotgersChief Compliance Officer & Regulatory Counsel

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Marsh McLennan“Joanna Rotgers is Chief Compliance Officer and Regulatory Counsel at Marsh McLennan, where she leads the company's global compliance and regulatory strategy. With more than 25 years of legal and compliance experience, she oversees ethics, corporate governance, and regulatory risk management across the firm's international operations. Rotgers joined Marsh McLennan in 2011 as Senior Assistant General Counsel for Litigation before advancing to her current leadership role. Earlier in her career, she practiced litigation at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law and a bachelor's degree from Loyola University Chicago.”

S. 17

Emily WilliamsChief Compliance Officer

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Cleveland Clinic“Emily Williams is Chief Compliance Officer at Cleveland Clinic, where she oversees the organization's compliance and ethics program across one of the nation's leading academic health systems. With nearly two decades of healthcare legal experience, she has served as a trusted advisor to hospital leadership and as General Counsel for Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Mercy, and Union hospitals. Williams also leads legal support for hospital operations, including licensure and accreditation matters. Before joining Cleveland Clinic, she practiced healthcare law at Baker & Hostetler and Taft Stettinius & Hollister and served as General Counsel at Cardinal Health at Home. She holds a JD from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and a bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Miami University.”

S. 18

Cynthia AndraeChief Compliance Officer, ETF Series Solutions

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U.S. Bank Global Fund Services“Cynthia Andrae is Chief Compliance Officer for ETF Series Solutions at U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, where she oversees compliance programs for approximately 20 SEC-registered investment advisers and 60 exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Since joining the organization in 2021, she has focused on ensuring compliance with federal securities regulations, including Investment Company Act rules governing valuation, liquidity risk, ETF operations, and derivatives. Andrae also has expertise in subadviser oversight and ETF 351 exchanges. Before joining U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, she held roles at U.S. Bancorp Investments and Town Bank of Elm Grove. She earned bachelor's degrees in German and Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.”

S. 19

Jennifer GregoChief Compliance Officer

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Edward Jones“Jennifer Grego is Chief Compliance Officer at Edward Jones, where she leads the firm's enterprise-wide compliance program and regulatory strategy. She joined Edward Jones in 2024 after a distinguished 19-year career at Morgan Stanley, most recently serving as Chief Compliance Officer and Head of Operational Risk for its Wealth Management division. In that role, she worked closely with the Federal Reserve, SEC, and FINRA and helped lead the integrations of Solium and E*TRADE. Earlier in her career, Grego served as an enforcement attorney at FINRA and practiced law in New York. She holds a bachelor's degree from Binghamton University and a Juris Doctor from Boston University.”

S. 20

Natalie KossakChief Compliance Officer

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Gallagher“Natalie Kossak is Chief Compliance Officer at Gallagher, where she oversees compliance for the firm's life and annuity brokerage, executive benefits, retirement plan consulting, and investment consulting businesses. With more than 25 years of experience in employee benefits, financial services, and regulatory compliance, she provides strategic guidance on governance, risk management, and evolving regulatory requirements. Before joining Gallagher, Kossak served as counsel at WilmerHale and practiced at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. She began her legal career as an investigative attorney with the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration. Kossak holds a Juris Doctor from Hofstra University's Maurice A. Deane School of Law and a bachelor's degree in Economics from Binghamton University.”

S. 21

LaVonne PulliamChief Compliance Officer

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University Hospitals“LaVonne Pulliam is Chief Compliance Officer at University Hospitals, where she leads the health system's compliance, ethics, and privacy programs while fostering a strong culture of integrity and regulatory excellence. With more than a decade of healthcare compliance experience, she previously held legal and compliance leadership roles at Medtronic and served as Assistant General Counsel at University Hospitals. Earlier in her career, she practiced corporate law at Benesch Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and financing. Pulliam holds a JD, a Master of Arts in Bioethics, and a bachelor's degree in Biology from Case Western Reserve University and serves on several nonprofit and healthcare boards.”

S. 22

Laura JarrettChief Compliance Officer

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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta“Laura Jarrett is Chief Compliance Officer at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA), where she leads the organization's enterprise compliance and ethics program across one of the nation's largest pediatric healthcare systems. Appointed to the role in 2024, she brings extensive experience in healthcare compliance, audit, and regulatory oversight. Before joining CHOA, Jarrett held senior compliance leadership positions at Children's Health and served as Assistant National Corporate Responsibility Officer at Catholic Health Initiatives. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Senior Associate at KPMG US. She holds an MBA in Healthcare Administration from Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business and a bachelor's degree in Political Science.”

S. 23

Kimberly FearneyChief Compliance Officer

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University of Connecticut“Kimberly Fearney is Chief Compliance Officer at the University of Connecticut (UConn), where she leads the university's enterprise compliance and ethics program, promoting regulatory compliance, institutional integrity, and ethical governance. Since joining UConn in 1997, she has advanced through a series of leadership positions, including interim Director of Healthcare Compliance and interim Assistant Vice President of Healthcare Compliance and Privacy at UConn Health, before becoming Chief Compliance Officer in 2017. Fearney holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management and a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from the University of Connecticut, reflecting her longstanding commitment to higher education compliance and organizational excellence.”

S. 24

Jacqueline ThomasCCEP

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Toyota North America“Jacqueline Thomas, CCEP, is the former Group Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer of Toyota Motor North America (TMNA), where she led the company's enterprise compliance, ethics, internal audit, regulatory compliance, customs and trade compliance, and assurance functions. She joined Toyota in 1999 as a financial projects manager and advanced through leadership roles including Internal Audit Director, Chief Audit Executive, Vice President of Corporate Responsibility, and Chief Compliance Officer. Before Toyota, she held management positions at ARCO (now part of BP) in procurement, financial administration, business consulting, and internal audit. Thomas earned a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and is a Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP). She is also recognized for mentoring future leaders and championing diversity and inclusion through Toyota's Latino employee resource initiatives. She retired from Toyota in 2025 after more than 26 years with the company.”

S. 25

Jennifer BaumChief Compliance Officer

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The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC)“Jennifer Baum is Chief Compliance Officer at The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC), the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. In her role, she leads OCC's enterprise compliance program, works closely with regulators, and advises the Board of Directors and executive leadership on regulatory and compliance matters. She joined OCC in 2017 as First Vice President of Regulatory and Corporate Compliance and was promoted to Chief Compliance Officer in 2020. With more than 30 years of experience in the compliance and futures industries, Baum previously held leadership positions at the Chicago Board of Trade, CME Group, MF Global, and several futures commission merchants. She earned a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and is recognized for strengthening regulatory oversight, fostering a proactive compliance culture, and advancing innovation in compliance through technology and AI initiatives.”