Premier Partner:
Satori Consulting

VComply and Satori have formed a powerful partnership that combines VComply’s advanced risk and compliance management platform with Satori’s expertise in strategic planning, business transformation, and organizational effectiveness. Together, we offer a comprehensive suite of solutions to help businesses better manage risk and compliance by integrating Satori’s transformative business design and change management capabilities.

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About Satori Consulting

Satori Consulting is a management consulting firm founded in 2002, dedicated to strategic planning, business transformation, and risk management. The firm is comprised of highly experienced professionals who work closely with clients to navigate complex challenges, optimize business performance, and achieve lasting results. Satori’s approach, inspired by the Zen tradition it’s named after, emphasizes clarity, collaboration, and tailored solutions that align with each client’s unique goals and needs.

Areas of Expertise

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The Team

Arun S.

Arun S. is a highly experienced professional with over 15 years of expertise in enterprise risk management, business continuity, and crisis management across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, financial services, manufacturing, and the public sector. At Satori Consulting, Arun has led numerous significant projects, such as advising a financial technology company on establishing an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) function and creating a global business continuity program aligned with ISO 22301 standards. His work includes developing tailored crisis management programs, pandemic response plans, and IT disaster recovery frameworks, all aimed at mitigating persistent and emerging risks that could impact business operations and reputation.

Arun has also excelled in roles involving the development of risk management and business continuity frameworks, performing risk assessments, and facilitating crisis management exercises. His contributions have been crucial in helping organizations maintain compliance with international standards and best practices while enhancing their overall resilience and readiness for crises. Additionally, Arun has provided specialized training on insider threats and active assailant incidents, managed business continuity programs for federal government agencies, and guided clients through real-life crises, ensuring their preparedness and ability to recover from unforeseen disruptions.

VIK M.

Vik has over 20 years of experience in managing complex transformations, program management, change management, and risk management across various industries, including financial services, manufacturing, insurance, healthcare, and medical devices. His significant projects include leading a global procurement transformation for a manufacturing client, where he managed stakeholder engagement and communications, and serving as the Strategic Project Manager for a business and technology transformation initiative at an insurance company, including ERP implementation and governance framework development. Vik also led a performance improvement project for a children’s hospital, optimizing patient flow and bed capacity.

Additionally, Vik has managed high-impact initiatives such as the rollout of the Solvency II program in the US, overseeing multiple work-streams and leading a team to meet European regulatory deadlines. He has also driven major risk assessments, including identifying key risks for a publicly traded medical device company and developing a risk management strategy. His work with a global investment bank on facilities management and a top-tier investment bank on global operations transformation showcases his ability to handle complex, multi-year projects. With an MBA from Columbia University and an MS in Computer Science from Oklahoma State University, Vik combines deep expertise with a commitment to delivering results across diverse sectors.

Glyn T.

Glyn T. brings over 30 years of experience in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and other industries, specializing in transformational change driven by Information Technology. His notable work includes improving Technology delivery for a major international hedge fund by establishing a captive in Poland, leading to anticipated savings of $10M/year. He also managed significant Information Security projects, including a company-wide rollout of password-less authentication and the selection of an Enterprise Project Management tool.

Glyn’s experience extends to roles such as Interim IT Director at a newly established oncology hospital, where he implemented IT governance, HIPAA compliance measures, and Business Continuity initiatives. He has led major migrations to modern infrastructure for a healthcare payer and turned around system implementations for a state Health Insurance Exchange. His work with a US retail bank focused on compliance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), resulting in a significant reduction in audit points. Additionally, he managed compliance elements of a data center migration for an international life insurance company and ensured SOX compliance for IT processes at a US insurance firm. Glyn holds an MBA from the Open University and a BSc in Physics with Computing from Southampton University, and he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Member of the British Computer Society (MBCS).

Bijon K.

At Satori Consulting, Bijon K. is instrumental in developing and implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) functions for financial technology firms, including defining frameworks, risk taxonomies, and assessment matrices. His expertise encompasses project management, financial analysis, and strategy across various sectors such as financial services, education technology, real estate, and the public sector. Bijon has led significant projects including financial and venture due diligence for start-ups, crafted cost-benefit analyses, and developed market entry strategies, all contributing to substantial revenue opportunities and investment potential.

In addition, Bijon has directed financial modeling for healthcare and infrastructure projects, designed business plans for international trade partnerships, and created stakeholder engagement strategies. His work also includes formulating business cases for investments, developing financial models for educational technology, and performing detailed investment analyses for real estate portfolios. He holds an MPA in International Finance and Impact Investing from Columbia University and multiple degrees in Commerce from Mumbai University.

Jose D.

Principal - Data Privacy

Jose specializes in program management, change management, and technology risk. Notable projects include leading a global culture transformation for a major pharmaceutical company and managing a multi-year initiative to address regulatory deficiencies for a global financial services firm. His expertise also includes overseeing business continuity planning for a large financial services firm, developing resilience frameworks, and coordinating large-scale global remote working tests.

Jose has managed significant initiatives such as the deployment of a next-generation desktop environment for a global investment bank and spearheading corporate restructuring for a major insurance company, generating substantial incremental revenue. His work in fraud detection for a major wireless provider led to significant savings and productivity improvements, while his role in integrating business security functions for a wireless carrier enhanced profitability. With an MBA from NYU Stern, a B.S. in Finance from Rutgers University, and a Masters Certificate in Project Management, Jose brings a comprehensive skill set and fluency in Spanish, with conversational Portuguese.

Munazzah M.

Munazzah brings over 20 years of expertise in the financial services industry, specializing in driving strategy, compliance, and innovation through complex IT and process-based transformations. Notable achievements include overseeing a $100M Core Banking Program for a Pakistani bank, expanding its Business Transformation Program to comply with US BSA AML regulations, and founding an Enterprise PMO that standardized project management practices across the organization. She has also created a Business Intelligence Unit delivering dynamic dashboards and developed a comprehensive Power BI/Power Query training curriculum.

Her role in managing regulatory and compliance initiatives is highlighted by her leadership in handling a global AML consent order, coordinating a $40MM program to improve AML monitoring, and implementing enhanced KYC regulatory requirements across 90 countries. Munazzah also directed significant enterprise-wide technology projects, such as automating IT provisioning for a global financial services organization and enhancing workplace technology services. She co-founded an offshore development firm and has a strong academic background with an MBA in Finance and certification as a CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist).

Marwan E.

Marwan is a seasoned management consultant with over 20 years of experience across diverse industries such as financial services, pharmaceuticals, technology, and construction. He specializes in strategy, change management, business process transformation, and program management. Notable projects include leading the development of a data technology strategy for a global financial services firm, executing a comprehensive cyber-resilience assessment, and designing a global business continuity program for a major sovereign fund. His work often involves high-level engagement with executives, managing complex RFP processes, and optimizing business operations.

In his role at Satori Consulting, Marwan has managed transformative initiatives like developing a risk evaluation methodology for a global investment bank, restructuring a multinational pharmaceutical unit to achieve significant cost savings, and creating a roadmap for transitioning a global sports apparel manufacturer’s marketing strategy. His projects have spanned financial planning, technology implementation, and strategic compliance, demonstrating his ability to drive efficiency, improve business resilience, and enhance organizational performance.

Interested in Working With Satori Consulting and VComply?

Our diverse range of solutions ensures that we can address the specific needs of your business, whether you are a start-up or an established enterprise.

We’re looking forward to working with you!

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