testing-modal — High-Risk Education

Justin Muscolino is the CEO & Co-Founder of High-risk Education, where he helps companies build stronger compliance training programs. With over 20 years of experience—including roles at FINRA, JPMorgan Chase, UBS, and Macquarie —Justin brings a practical understanding of how to meet regulatory expectations while keeping training clear and useful. He's worked with banks, fintechs, and other high-risk industries to improve how they train staff on rules, risks, and responsibilities.

Through High-risk Education, Justin focuses on simplifying complex topics like AML, KYC, and consumer protection. He's led training initiatives around the world and works directly with clients to close compliance gaps and reduce risk. Known for being hands-on and results-driven, Justin also serves as an advisor and writer for several industry groups and continues to support organizations in building a culture of accountability.

Sharon Blanchette

Speaker

Sharon Blanchette is a risk, compliance, and anti-financial crimes (AFC) subject matter expert who has enjoyed a long career working with banks, credit unions, fintechs, mortgage companies/servicers, and the vendors who support them. Sharon's specialties include building and enhancing compliance and AFC programs, assisting institutions during mergers and acquisitions, serving as a temporary outsourced compliance or AFC officer, managing lookbacks, and breaking down complex regulations and requirements into effective training materials. Sharon is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Internal Auditor, a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, and holds the Consumer Regulatory Compliance Manager certification. In early 2021 she obtained a crypto currency certification and a cannabis risk management certification. She serves on the Board of the Virginia Chapter of ACAMS. She enjoys publishing articles and speaking on industry topics.