LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kharon, the
research and data analytics company focused on global security
threats and other controversies that impact global commerce and
finance, today announced the appointment of two new members to its
Strategic Advisory Board, David
Shedd and Jocelyn
Tait-Norval.
Mr. Shedd served in the US government for more than three
decades in senior roles in the intelligence community, including as
Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, Deputy Director
for Policy, Plans, and Requirements at the Director of National
Intelligence (DNI), and Special Assistant to the President at the
National Security Council. He currently serves as Chairman of the
Board for the Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, and sits on several
other boards.
David Shedd,
said: "Kharon serves a critical role providing data driven
insights and analytics to private and public sector entities that
manage illicit finance risk and global security threats. I am
thrilled to be a part of Kharon's unique approach as the company
continues to innovate and bring solutions to financial crimes
compliance, and the broader security and risk management
industry."
Ms. Tait-Norval is currently Global Head of Sanctions,
Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) and Gifts and Entertainment
(G&E) at Barclays in London.
Prior to this, she held Head of Financial Crime Screening and OFAC
Officer roles.
Commenting on her appointment, Tait-Norval,
said: "There is no question that regtech innovation is
critical to financial crimes compliance, for both risk management
and operational efficiency. We know it has the potential to
revolutionise businesses across the globe, so I am very pleased to
be joining Kharon's board as the company's role in that revolution
continues to grow."
Matt Epstein, CEO, Kharon,
said: "We are delighted that Jocelyn and David are joining
Kharon's Strategic Advisory Board at such a significant moment in
the company's growth. They are both highly respected professionals
whose experience and vision will be vital as Kharon continues to
broaden the application of its technology and data analytic
solutions to reach more sectors."
Shedd and Tait-Norval join as Robert
Werner, one of Kharon's founding Strategic Advisory Board
members, moves to serve on the Board at Deutsche Bank in
New York.
Matt Epstein, added: "We
are extremely grateful to Bob for his expertise, guidance and
passion, all of which he shared generously with Kharon. His support
and commitment have proved an invaluable asset to our company as we
have continued to expand into new industries and new
geographies."
About Kharon
Kharon is a leading provider of research
and data analytics, focused on global security threats and other
controversies that impact global commerce and finance. Kharon's
clients include first tier international financial institutions,
global corporates, public sector entities and professional services
firms. Kharon is headed by former senior officials from the U.S.
Department of the Treasury, and experienced professionals in
software development and data science.
For more information or to join the Kharon team, visit
www.kharon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and
Twitter.