Cristina Aparicio
Consultant Financial Economic Crime
Nothing will work unless you do.” — Maya Angelou
Current Role
Cristina serves as a Consultant in Financial Economic Crime at Compliance Champs, where she draws on her expertise in anti-money laundering to support clients in enhancing their compliance frameworks. With a strong background in KYC and customer due diligence, she assists clients in identifying and mitigating financial crime risks through the development of tailored controls, policy reviews, enhancement of CDD procedures, and by bridging the gap between regulatory expectations and operational execution.
Professional Experience and Qualities
Cristina holds a double bachelor’s degree in Law and Business Administration and Management from Spain, which allows her to combine legal insight with business strategy.
After relocating to the Netherlands to further her career, she became certified as an Anti-Money Laundering Specialist. During this time, she also gained hands-on experience at a financial institution, where she focused on supporting investors and performing KYC processes.
Today, at Compliance Champs, Cristina leverages her diverse background to assist clients in navigating complex compliance challenges. Her work is marked by attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and a strong dedication to fostering transparent and ethical financial practices.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of work, Cristina enjoys reading and spending time outdoors. She cherishes traveling, specially to beach destinations, and finds joy in baking, often experimenting with new recipes.
