Leadership Team

Meet Our Expert Team

Led by recognised industry experts with decades of experience in governance, risk, compliance, and regulatory advisory across Australia's professional services and regulated sectors.

Louise Lane, Founder & Principal Consultant

Louise Lane

Founder & Principal Consultant

Recognised expert in AML as well as governance, risk, and compliance with extensive experience across professional services, hospitality, legal, and financial sectors.

Leading AML Compliance Expertise

Louise brings decades of specialised AML, governance, risk, and compliance expertise across multiple regulated industries including professional services, hospitality, legal, media, and financial sectors. Her extensive in-house experience informs her pragmatic approach to navigating evolving regulatory landscapes and meeting growing stakeholder expectations.

Louise excels at developing tailored frameworks and sustainable compliance solutions that protect business interests while satisfying stringent obligations. With particular insight into AUSTRAC's requirements for Tranche 2 entities and their implementation requirements, she delivers strategic guidance and programs that transforms regulatory challenges into operational advantages for professional service providers.

Her approach ensures clients understand their regulatory obligations and that effective AML compliance frameworks create competitive advantages while protecting against regulatory risk and reputational damage.

Professional Credentials

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Specialist
Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Professional
Tranche 2 Implementation Expert
Regulatory Change Management Advisor

Industry Experience

8+
Legal Services
5+
Financial Services
12+
Liquor & Hospitality
10+
Professional Services
5+
Government & Public Sector
8+
Financial Services
5+
Media & Communications

Areas of Expertise

Comprehensive advisory capabilities across the full spectrum of AML compliance, governance, and risk management requirements for professional services and regulated entities.

AML/CTF Compliance

Comprehensive expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) frameworks across multiple regulated industries.

Key Capabilities

  • Program development and implementation
  • Risk assessment methodologies
  • Regulatory engagement and liaison
  • Independent compliance reviews

Tranche 2 AML Compliance

Specialised guidance for designated non-financial businesses navigating AML/CTF obligations under Tranche 2, including real estate, legal services, accounting firms, and other professional service providers.

Key Capabilities

  • Tranche 2 regulatory framework implementation
  • Sector-specific risk assessment methodologies
  • Customer due diligence procedures for professional services
  • Ongoing monitoring and reporting obligations
  • Staff training and awareness programs
  • Independent review and audit preparation

Governance & Risk Management

Strategic governance frameworks and comprehensive risk management solutions for regulated entities.

Key Capabilities

  • Board governance structures
  • Risk appetite frameworks
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Regulatory change management

Professional Services Compliance

Tailored compliance solutions for law firms, accounting practices, real estate agencies, and other professional service providers subject to regulatory oversight.

Key Capabilities

  • Professional standards compliance
  • Client identification and verification
  • Record keeping and reporting
  • Privacy and data protection

Recognition & Achievements

A track record of excellence in AML advisory, regulatory guidance, and strategic leadership across Australia's professional services and regulated industries.

Regulatory Expertise

Successfully guided organisations through complex regulatory changes and compliance implementations

Industry Recognition

Recognised expert in AML compliance with extensive experience across highly regulated sectors

Strategic Leadership

Led major compliance transformation projects for large-scale operations and complex organisations

Thought Leadership

Contributor to industry publications and regulatory consultation processes

Ready to Work with Australia's Leading AML Expert?

Benefit from Louise's extensive experience and proven expertise in guiding professional services through complex AML compliance challenges and Tranche 2 regulatory requirements.