John Watkins | Senior Director, Fraud Analytics and Data Science
Ally Bank

John Watkins is a seasoned industry leader with over 30 years of experience in fraud prevention, specializing in identity verification and transactional fraud. As a passionate data enthusiast, John is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that effectively combat fraud while ensuring a seamless customer experience. Currently, he leads Fraud Analytics and Data Science at Ally Bank. John’s career includes key roles at Socure, the buildout of Jenius Bank’s fraud unit, and as Global Lead for Identity and Digital Fraud at SAS Institute. Prior to SAS, he held fraud and credit risk positions at Synchrony, Bank of America, and First Union Bank, consistently delivering improved strategies and technologies that significantly reduced fraud losses. Based in Charlotte, NC, John is married with three children holds a Master of Science in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern University. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling with family, poker, golf, soccer, and volunteering as a mentor for gifted students, scouts, and church youth.

Appearances:

Identity Week America - Day 1 @ 13:40

Panel: The unified front: Coordinating best practices to prevent rising fraud risks

Review trends in identity theft and fraud, their impact on individuals, and how to educate and protect consumers effectively
How can you effectively balance friction and risk in authentication processes. Which of these two is most pertinent to consumers?
Is there a one-size fits all V&A approach for consumers and employees or does each subsect need different processes?
What current initiatives are being implemented to improve the detection of fraud across the US?
Assess the role of government entities, telcos, and private sector commpanies in implementing effective V&A systems

Moderator: John Wiethorn, Head of Financial Crime Compliance & AML/BSA Officer, Gusto