Over the past 10 years, Crystal has worked closely with hedge funds, private equity firms and other alternative asset managers advising them on the Investment Adviser’s Act of 1940, both from an initial registration perspective as well as for ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and implementation of new rules or guidance. She has also spoken on panels with respect to new SEC regulations and areas of focus.
Prior to joining Kroll, Crystal was a Senior Principal Consultant with ACA Compliance Group. She began her career in the greater New York City area before moving to London in 2016 to provide SEC support to clients based in the UK and Europe. In her time in London, she has worked with many firms that are both registered with the SEC as well as authorized by the FCA and/or other European regulators. Crystal’s experience working with firms that are SEC-registered but located outside of the U.S. brings a unique expertise to addressing different regulatory regimes and maintaining global compliance programs.
Crystal has assisted numerous firms register with the SEC, developed their SEC compliance programs, including policies and procedures, and supported firms in understanding and complying with their ongoing SEC obligations. She regularly advises her clients on new regulations and performs SEC mock examinations to prepare firms for a regulatory visit. Crystal has substantial experience assisting UK-based firms through SEC examinations.
Crystal holds a Bachelor of Science degree in economics from Villanova University as well as a Juris Doctor degree in law from the Villanova School of Law.
