Nicolas Khouri is the Executive Compliance Director, BSA/AML Officer for Ally Financial and Ally Bank.

Previously, Nicolas was Deputy AML Officer, leading AML and OFAC program execution across risk assessments, governance, and business line oversight. Nicolas also served as Senior Compliance Director overseeing AML investigations, SAR filings, and law enforcement coordination, and earlier as Senior Audit Director overseeing Compliance and Legal.  

Nicolas brings 20+ years of auditing and compliance experience in financial institutions and investment banking, with a focus on AML and international operations. Before Ally, Nicolas spent seven years as an AML auditor at Wachovia/Wells Fargo, building deep expertise in domestic and international AML regulations. Nicolas holds an MBA in Finance and International Business from George Washington University and has been CAMS-certified since 2006. Nicolas is a frequent speaker and panelist at national AML and auditing conferences.