Jennifer C. McGowan
Mandeville
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regulatory Compliance Officer
Churchill Downs Louisiana Horse Racing Company
05.2023 - Current
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with State Gaming and Racing Regulations as well as Federal Title 31 Anti-Money Laundering Laws across the 16 business units in Louisiana, operating (5) forms of gaming
- Creation, implementation, and oversight of the BSA/AML program for all Louisiana properties, to include EDD standards and enhanced suspicious activity monitoring processes
- Creation and maintenance of the system of internal controls for gaming units
- Conduct license renewals at all locations, including Department of Health, City/Parish Occupational and Alcohol permits, ATC permits, and gaming permits
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
- Conduct periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Project manager on the implementation of the organizations' first Title 31 monitoring software
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Treasure Chest Casino
06.2016 - 05.2023
- Responsible for ensuring property compliance with State Gaming Regulations and Federal Title 31 Anti-Money Laundering Laws.
- Daily Auditing of Casino Cash, Credit, and Monetary Instrument transactions.
- Monitor and report Suspicious Activity as defined by the BSA.
- Interpretation and Monitoring of property compliance through a system of Internal Controls.
- Sr. Compliance Specialist (2016-2018)
- Compliance Specialist (2018-2020)
- Supported marketing team in review and submission of promotional events.
Security Officer Lead
Treasure Chest Casino
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Responsible for the security of the property, company assets, guests, and employees.
- Officer in charge of shift training, briefings, and scheduling for a staff of 15 team members.
- Investigations and report writing aimed at mitigating liability to the company.
- Developed and implemented a shift-specific training program to ensure maximum productivity.
Education
Paralegal Studies Certificate Program -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations/Marketing Minor
Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana12-2015
Associate of Arts -
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, Illinois05-2012
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Team skills
- Leadership skills
- Hardworking
- Dedicated to learning
- Organizational skills
- Analytical thinking
- Experience with governmental regulations
- Knowledge of Gaming Industry
Honors Activities Affiliations
- Alpha Sigma Lambda, Theta Chapter, 2015
- Starved Rock Foundation, 01/2011, 12/2012, Volunteer, Starved Rock Visitor and Education Center
Coursework
- Public Relations Writing
- Internet Public Relations
- Legal Research and Writing
- Business Communications
Certification
- CAMS Certified, ACAMS(Association Of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists).
Timeline
Regulatory Compliance Officer
Churchill Downs Louisiana Horse Racing Company
05.2023 - Current
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Treasure Chest Casino
06.2016 - 05.2023
Security Officer Lead
Treasure Chest Casino
02.2013 - 06.2016
Paralegal Studies Certificate Program -
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations/Marketing Minor
Tulane University
Associate of Arts -
Illinois Valley Community College
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