John Zasada is a Shareholder in the firm’s Financial Institutions Group, where he helps manage, strategize and guide regulatory compliance for credit unions ranging in assets up to $10 billion.

With more than 25 years’ experience, John assists credit unions across the nation remain compliant by conducting and leading a diverse range of compliance engagements including BSA, UDAAP, lending, operations and website/social media/advertising compliance. He is regularly called on by credit unions to establish regulatory compliance programs and management systems, as well as educate staff on regulations.

John is an author and speaker within the financial institutions industry, often invited to speak at national and state industry associations to cover an expansive range of regulatory compliance topics.

Prior to joining the firm, John helped lead the regulatory compliance practices for CliftonLarsonAllen and RSM McGladery.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor – Vermont Law School
• Bachelor of Arts, Economics – University of Colorado at Boulder
• Utica College of Syracuse University
• University of Copenhagen, Denmark
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Memberships and Affiliations

• Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
• State Bar Association of North Dakota