Ana Folgar

Ana Folgar is the Manager of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) for Global Wealth Management at Scotiabank. She has extensive experience in the field of anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention. Before her current role at Scotiabank, Folgar served as the Deputy Executive Director of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF). In this capacity, she contributed to the organization's efforts in combating money laundering and terrorist financing in the Caribbean region. Folgar is a co-chair of the 23rd Annual Canadian Forum on Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crime, a prestigious event that brings together AML, risk management, and compliance professionals to discuss the latest regulatory developments and best practices in the field. As the Manager of AML for Global Wealth Management at Scotiabank, Folgar is responsible for developing and implementing effective compliance programs that adapt to the latest technological tools and meet emerging regulatory obligations. Her expertise and leadership in this area contribute to Scotiabank's efforts in maintaining the integrity of the financial system and protecting its clients from financial crimes