Bill Burtis — CEO

I’m an accomplished legal and compliance executive who transforms legal and risk functions into business-aligned enablers of growth, resilience, and integrity. Recognized as a trusted advisor to boards and executive teams, I bring sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to align compliance strategy with enterprise priorities. I’ve led high-performing global teams through regulatory scrutiny, complex investigations, M&A integration, and cultural transformation across diverse international markets. My approach is pragmatic and people-centered—grounded in credibility, curiosity, and the conviction that integrity drives performance. Known as the “Ted Lasso of Compliance” for my trust-driven leadership, I also bring a creative, tech-savvy lens to the future of our profession—leveraging innovation and data-driven insights to strengthen compliance impact. This forward-looking approach helped earn me recognition as 2023 Chief Compliance Officer of the Year by Compliance Week. My passion lies in building programs and cultures where compliance is not just a safeguard but a strategic advantage—where integrity and innovation together become drivers of business performance.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Compliance and Legal Executive in the SaaS industry.

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Experience: 20 yrs 3 mos