World-Check appoints Mike Ainslie COO

World-Check, the leading provider of open-source risk intelligence on individuals and businesses, today announced the appointment of Mike Ainslie to the position of Chief Operating Officer.

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He will assume responsibility for the company's operational growth strategy, including the expansion of its global team of respected industry professionals.

"Mike's proven leadership record in the financial services sector made him the obvious choice to take World-Check to the next level of success, and we are delighted to have him join World-Check at such an important time in our company's development," said David Leppan, Founder and CEO of World-Check. "His vision and focus will serve to lead and support our existing management and operations structures as we look to capitalize on the opportunities for expansion in our industry."

Mike brings a wealth of industry experience and broad market knowledge to World-Check's operations. He has 18 years of senior leadership and management experience in the European and International operations of various financial institutions. As a chartered accountant he started his career at Arthur Young (now Ernst & Young) before moving to Bank One/First Chicago where he took on increasing responsibilities in a variety of roles which included Head of International Audit, Chief Financial Officer and then Chief Operating Officer in Europe and finally, Chief Administration Officer, International. He then joined Nationwide Insurance where he was President and MD for their International Life Insurance activities.

"World-Check has established a reputation of excellence within the industry, and has made a considerable impact on the way companies manage their Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) systems. I am excited to join such an innovative and progressive company," said Mike Ainslie, World-Check's new Chief Operating Officer.

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