Inga M.
Senior Compliance and Integrity Governance Lead
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Inga M. is an accomplished expert in integrity risk management and regulatory frameworks with nearly 20 years of experience spanning banking, payments, fintech, and virtual assets. She has served as a financial sector regulator at the National Bank of Georgia, where she developed sophisticated AML/CFT frameworks and supervisory tools that became critical compliance elements for banks and financial entities. Her career seamlessly blends public sector regulatory roles with private sector compliance leadership, notably leading financial crime oversight for Bybit in a multi-jurisdictional setting. Inga expertly crafts governance structures, shaping risk-based policies and internal controls that align with both local and international standards. Her proficiency in managing cross-border compliance models is augmented by her capacity to guide stakeholders across various regulatory environments. With an MBA from Business & Technology University in Georgia, her expertise is underscored by multiple certifications, including a certificate in Anti-Money Laundering from ICA.
Experience
Compliance & Integrity Governance Lead (MLRO)
Bybit · 2025 — PresentOversaw financial crime and integrity risk for a dual-regulated structure involving payment services and virtual asset operations within a multi-jurisdictional setting. Developed governance frameworks, risk-based policies, and internal controls for products that operate within evolving regulatory landscapes. Provided internal advisory on compliance and integrity risk, offering guidance to product, legal, and operations teams regarding governance obligations and risk mitigation. Conducted comprehensive integrity risk assessments across transaction flows, identifying exposures related to AML/CFT, sanctions, fraud, and reputational risks while advising management on necessary corrective actions.Senior Compliance Advisor
Skyward Solutions · 2024 — 2025Provided advisory services to fintech, payment, and virtual asset clients concerning AML/CFT compliance frameworks, integrity risk controls, and cross-border operational models in various jurisdictions. Created regulatory documentation for licensing and market entry reviews, translating supervisory expectations into practical governance approaches. Evaluated institutional control environments to identify gaps in integrity and governance, recommending corrective actions aligned with international standards.Chief Specialist — Off-Site Supervision & Methodology
National Bank of Georgia · 2021 — 2024Designed regulatory frameworks for AML/CFT, producing risk-based guidance, supervisory KYC frameworks, and institutional risk assessment tools that regulated banks and payment service providers were mandated to implement. Examined FATF recommendations and EU AML Directives to identify applicable standards within Georgia's regulatory context, translating these into domestic supervisory methodologies. Evaluated the control environments and risk models of supervised entities, identifying weaknesses and ensuring the implementation of structured remediation plans. Engaged in international regulatory cooperation and training for supervised financial institutions, contributing to Georgia’s regulatory alignment under the EU Association Agreement.Head of Compliance and AML
JSC Crystal MFO · 2018 — 2021Established the compliance and AML functions, developing relevant policies, internal controls, and risk monitoring processes in alignment with supervisory standards. Created risk-based onboarding and customer assessment frameworks, advising management on decisions pertaining to integrity and financial crime risks while managing regulatory and audit engagements. Led a compliance team, instituting accountability structures and facilitating the organization's regulatory interactions and inspections.Business Advisor / Compliance Officer
ProCredit Bank Georgia · 2007 — 2018Acquired extensive experience over 11 years in banking operations, SME finance, customer lifecycle management, and payment processes within a regulated international banking environment. Transitioned into compliance roles, gaining practical experience in AML monitoring, customer risk assessment, and regulatory reporting within a structured framework.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- MBABusiness & Technology University
- BBATbilisi State University