Ken C. Joseph, Esq. is a Managing Director and Head of the US Regulatory Consulting practice for the Americas at Kroll, LLC, based in the New York office. From 2018-2020, he led Kroll's Disputes Consulting practice and is a fellow of the Kroll Institute and head of the firm's Cryptocurrency Task Force. Ken focuses on providing clients with strategies to navigate threats from investigations, compliance examinations, litigation, and crises.
At Kroll, he has provided expert testimony on regulatory compliance, counseled on high-profile investigations, advised on ESG policies, conducted M&A due diligence, and guided digital currency projects. He has over 21 years of service at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including as a supervisor in the Division of Enforcement's Asset Management Unit and as a Senior Officer in the Division of Examinations. Ken’s docket of cases and compliance examinations at the SEC included allegations and/or findings of breaches of the anti-fraud provisions, fiduciary duty, disclosure, custody and compliance requirements, as well as the anti-corruption, data privacy and cybersecurity obligations under the federal securities law. His work at the SEC resulted in over $1 billion in monetary relief to shareholders, investors, and clients.
Ken has served on several SEC governance committees and contributed to technology solutions to improve program efficiency. He is admitted to practice law in the U.S. District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, and the States of New York and Connecticut. Ken is a frequent speaker on SEC enforcement, securities law compliance, governance, and risk management. He has extensive experience with U.S. and foreign regulators and law enforcement agencies, including the Department of Justice, the FBI, and FINRA.
Ken is a Trustee for the Lincoln Financial Variable Insurance Products Trust and serves on several boards, including the Harvard Kennedy School Alumni Network, University Settlement, and the University of North Carolina Law Alumni Association.
With 21 years of robust experience, Martín Pirillo stands out as a managing member of his firm and a trusted advisor in high-stakes transactions. His expertise spans international finance, securities, real estate, and corporate law, making him a go-to attorney for entities ranging from startups to established financial institutions.
Pirillo's career is marked by significant roles, including a clerkship in the Puerto Rico Court of Appeals and Senior Legal Counsel for various Citigroup entities. Notably, he played a key part in creating Puerto Rico's largest investment company complex.
Clients rely on Pirillo not just for legal counsel but for his strategic acumen in corporate structuring, risk assessment, and transactional strategy. His pragmatic, hands-on approach transcends traditional advisory, reflecting his commitment to clients' success beyond legal confines.
Martín's reputation as a valuable business partner is underscored by his efficient, goal-oriented support, helping clients navigate complex issues and achieve their objectives cost-effectively.
Milton Méndez, Esq., a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico's School of Law, is a seasoned attorney, notary, and Certified Fraud Examiner. He began his career investigating complex corruption cases and expanded his expertise to fraud within financial institutions and businesses. Known for his profound insights on money laundering, corporate ethics, and fraud, he's lectured internationally, from Puerto Rico to Uruguay.
Méndez has enriched minds as a university professor in forensic accounting and fraud investigation. He's conducted bank compliance due diligence across the Americas, and his courses on money laundering prevention and legal ethics are a cornerstone at the Institute of Practical Education of the Bar Association. Notably, he's trained Puerto Rican prosecutors and judges on money laundering.
His experience includes seven years as Compliance Manager at BNC International Banking and a pivotal role as Global Sanctions Officer at Banco Popular de Puerto Rico. His work with the ACAMS Task Force, creating the Risk Management exam, highlights his industry impact.
Now an independent consultant, he specializes in anti-money laundering, OFAC, and fraud prevention, safeguarding financial integrity across borders.