Chris Nowak

Chris Nowak is an experienced professional in the fields of compliance and financial intelligence, currently serving as the First Vice President - BSA/AML/OFAC Officer at Five Star Bank since September 2024. In addition to this role, Chris is a Co-Chair of the ACAMS Greater Buffalo Chapter and the Founder & CEO of Augmenta Prime, both positions held since June and January 2024, respectively. Prior experience includes roles at Teampay as a Compliance Officer, RiskScout as Director of Customer Success and Senior Solutions Sales Executive, USAA as Quality Assurance AML/KYC, and various positions at Evans Bank and First Niagara Bank focusing on the Bank Secrecy Act and AML compliance. Chris Nowak holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Buffalo State University and possesses certifications as a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Anti-Fraud Professional (CAFP), and Certified Business Professional (CBP).