Due North Executive Advisory was founded by April Britton Fahr, a seasoned financial services professional with over 25 years of experience navigating the complex intersection of regulatory compliance, risk management, and leadership excellence.
Born from the recognition that financial institutions need more than technical compliance expertise—they need strategic partners who understand both the regulatory landscape and the unique leadership challenges that come with operating in highly regulated environments—Due North represents a new approach to advisory services in the financial sector.
The name "Due North" reflects our commitment to providing clear direction through complex regulatory terrain, helping our clients find their true north in an ever-evolving compliance landscape.
April brings over 25 years of distinguished experience in financial services compliance and risk management, having held senior leadership positions at Morgan Stanley, Navigant Consulting, Deutsche Bank, and FINRA. Her career spans both regulatory and institutional perspectives, from conducting complex enforcement investigations to leading large-scale financial crimes risk management operations across wealth management, retail banking, and digital platforms.
With a Master of Studies in Law with Financial Compliance concentration from USC Gould School of Law and former credentials including NASD licenses and CAMS certification, April combines deep regulatory expertise with practical implementation experience. Her unique background provides comprehensive understanding of compliance challenges from investigation through executive-level strategic oversight, offering clients insights into what drives effective risk management at every organizational level.
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