Cherud Wilkerson

SVP Chief Compliance Officer, The First Bank

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Cherud Wilkerson

About Cherud Wilkerson

As a perceptive and results-driven executive leader, I have a proven record of spearheading compliance and risk management operations in Banking & Lending institutions ranging in assets from $100M to $132B. I am known for providing leadership insight and guidance on all aspects of risk, compliance, and consumer operations, and I am passionate about leading process improvements.


Additionally, I am regarded as an expert in identifying and implementing strategic efforts to facilitate the governance and important impact of regulatory change. I have also been recognized for utilizing a data-driven approach to offer factual and analytical insights to facilitate strategy enablement and execution planning.


As a former Lieutenant in the United States Navy, I am strong at building relationships and developing cohesive, collaborative teams. I am always looking to increase my network of industry contacts, so please feel free to connect.


Core Strengths:

▸Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

▸Strategic Planning & Execution

▸Forward-Thinking Leadership

▸Transformational Change Management


Career Highlights:

▸Managed risk and compliance strategy in domestic and foreign environments.

▸Designed and implemented scalable operating models and programs.

▸Navigated enforcement actions with successful outcomes.

▸Oversaw a compliance risk program for 1 of the country’s top FHA lenders.

▸Led local and geographically dispersed teams monitoring multiple products and services.