David Levesque is a Senior Consultant at Bates Group with 15+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, examinations, and supervisory oversight. He advises banks, fintechs, and MSBs on AML/BSA, OFAC, and consumer financial regulations, providing support with regulatory testing, state examinations, and program evaluations. Previously a Financial Examiner at the New Hampshire Banking Department, David oversaw high-volume MSBs and cryptocurrency firms, trained examiners, and led inter-agency projects. He is a Certified Senior MSB Examiner and Mortgage Examiner, recognized with multiple MTRA awards. His background also includes experience in government operations, licensing, and IT/cybersecurity compliance, helping clients build stronger compliance programs and reduce regulatory risk.
David is a consultant and subject matter expert in these Practice Areas and Services:
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AML & Financial Crimes
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Third Party Risk Management
- Internal Investigations
- Fraud & Risk Management
- Valuation
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MSB, FinTech and Cryptocurrency
- MSB Consulting
- BSA/AML/OFAC Compliance
- Money Transmitter Licensing
- Virtual and Cryptocurrency Compliance
- Consumer Compliance / Consumer Lending
- Consumer Loan Licensing
Credentials
EXPERIENCE
Bates Group LLC, Senior Consultant, 2023 – Present
New Hampshire Banking Department, 2015 – 2016; Financial Examiner, 2016 – 2022; Senior Account Technician, 2015 – 2016
New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles, 2008 – 2015; Licensing Examiner, 2012 – 2015; Supervisor, Cash Terminal Operators, 2009 – 2010; Cash Terminal Operator, 2008 – 2012
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Certified Senior Money Service Business Examiner (CSMBE)
Certified Mortgage Examiner (CME)
Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC)
AWARDS
2021 & 2022 MTRA Achievement Star Award Recipient