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Learn about Dana Bowers, Founder & Chief Solution Architect for Venminder, and TPRA's WNTPRM June 2024 Leader Spotlight. < See All < Previous Next > Dana Bowers Founder & Chief Solution Architect Venminder Biography Dana Bowers is Founder, Board Member and Chief Solutions Architect at Venminder where she assists with the firm’s long-term strategy and innovative product development. Dana has been an entrepreneur and leader in the technology and risk space for more than 30 years. As the Founder of Venminder, Dana designed an entire new approach to vendor management by creating a state of the art software and integrated services solution that allows organizations to answer the ever growing challenges and regulatory demand for vendor management compliance. Dana served as Venminder’s CEO for five years until 2018. Under her leadership, Venminder grew into the third-party risk management leader it is today with more than 1,200 customers ranging in size from small to Fortune 100 organizations. Prior to Venminder, Dana founded and led the team as CEO at iPay Technologies. Under Dana’s leadership, iPay grew from a start-up in 2001 to the one of largest, independent bill pay providers in the United States. When the company was sold to Jack Henry and Associates in 2010, iPay had a 40% market share, millions of subscribers and moved billions of dollars annually. This hands on operating experience in a high-profile/high-risk “vendor” business gave Dana a unique perspective into the challenges organizations face on a daily basis. Whether it’s negotiating a financial technology contract, sitting across from examiners to answer tough questions regarding safety and soundness or protecting confidential customer data, she has sat in her customer’s chair. Following the sale of iPay to Jack Henry, Dana recognized the opportunity to use her experience and assist financial institutions and other organizations with managing their critical vendor relationships. The team at Venminder was formed with the vision and goal to create a best in class outsource vendor management solution, Venminder. Throughout Dana’s career, her proven leadership and talent has been recognized by many. She was awarded the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2009 award for the South Central Ohio/Kentucky region in the Technology category. Dana is on the board of advisors for the University of Louisville College of Business and serves as a board member for Associates in Pediatric Therapy, a Kentucky-based company. In 2019, CSI elected Dana as it's newest board member. Dana earned her bachelor's degree in Business Management from Embry Riddle University. Leadership Characteristics "I see my job as ensuring everyone knows what the priorities are and to keep them focused. There are so many daily distractions that can easily pull you down a rabbit hole. I even have to remind myself of this often or I get pulled down the rabbit hole as well. But having said that, it’s also important to realize that priorities can change. If that’s the case, then recognize it and change the direction, be fluid. But not so fluid that it feels like strategy du jour to the team. Make conscience and precise decisions then stay true to those until the world starts telling you it needs to change. Reality is this is much easier said than done." Leadership Challenges "I was born with an innate desire to be liked. I just hate it when I think someone doesn’t like me. I find it very difficult sometimes to balance the job against a relationship. On rare occasions both get equally satisfied. But when the job has to come first, I make sure that happens but behind the scenes I’ll toss and turn with the relationship challenge." Key Take-a-ways a.) I still get surprised when I run across someone who has an obvious bias to me being female. I’ll struggle and struggle with why something isn’t working assuming there must be something I need to do/change in order to fix it. Then I finally realize (or someone else will point out) that the challenge is outside of my control. While knowing the answer is a relief of sorts, it still catches me by surprise that that kind of bias still exists in this world. b.) My favorite aspect about TPRM is the opportunity to consult with clients/prospective clients about their challenges and then find the right solution for them. It’s interesting that all clients come to us with their own unique perspective of how to do TPRM. Some have over complicated it, others have underestimated it. Taking the journey along with them to find the right solution for their own unique use case is pretty fun! Fun Fact "I love to read. I discovered many years ago that if you are reading a good book, it’s impossible for your mind to also think about all the daily challenges at the same time. So reading is my way of escaping stress and frustration by going to a new place with new people with an interesting story."

Learn more about Center for Financial Professionals (CeFPro), a TPRA Strategic Partner, through this comprehension profile, including a bio, product functionality, contact info, and more. < Main Page < Previous Next > Center for Financial Professionals (CeFPro) TPRM Services Strategic Partner CONTACT INFORMATION Main Office: info@cefpro.com Business Development: sales@cefpro.com Marketing: marketing@cefpro.com The Center for Financial Professionals (CeFPro) is a global authority for financial and risk professionals, convening senior decision-makers through international conferences, research-driven insight, and expert-led discussion across Europe and North America. Show More TOP PRODUCT FUNCTIONALITY CATEGORIES Research-driven conferences addressing timely priority risk and finance themes, with dedicated networking opportunities and curated roundtables for peer-level engagement. Senior expert and practitioner-led sessions, interactive panels, and discussions at live events. Vendor & Third-Party Risk Europe Event, June 3-4, London. Vendor & Third-Party Risk USA Event, June 9-10, New York City. Knowledge Hub CeFPro Connect, providing access to timely insights and news articles Connect+ premium membership, offering full access to magazines, research reports, post-event websites, articles, interviews, news, insights, and event ticket perks Primary research and market intelligence, including TPRM reports such as Supplier Stability in Operational Resilience and Bridging the Productivity Gap in Third-Party Risk Management with AI. Monthly magazine featuring in-depth analysis, expert commentary, and related industry coverage. Expert-led webinars and virtual briefings on emerging risks and regulatory developments Participate in our Risk Outlook Survey 2026 and receive a copy of the full report to see risk trend predictions for 2026 at https://www.research.net/r/8VLRZQ8 RESOURCES FROM THIS VENDOR MEMBER Connect Magazine - Issue 16 VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | January 26, 2026 Supplier Stability In Operational Resilience 2025: Follow-Up Insights and Analysis VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | January 20, 2026 TPRM in 2025: Cracking the Code on Burnout, Bottlenecks, and Budget Constraints VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | January 20, 2026 Load More EVENTS FROM THIS VENDOR MEMBER Vendor & Third Party Risk Europe In-Person Conference June 3, 2026 Vendor & Third Party Risk USA In-Person Conference June 9, 2026 NEWS & UPDATES ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Previous Next

Get to know Paul Kurtz, First Century Bank, and a member of TPRA's Board of Directors! < Back Paul Kurtz First Century Bank BOARD OF DIRECTORS Paul Kurtz is the Senior Manager, Third Party Risk Management for First Century Bank. With three decades of experience in financial services, Paul’s Third-Party Risk experience dates to 2012 when he was asked to help build the TPRM program at SunTrust Bank, now Truist. Paul has held first and second line of defense TPRM roles with banks and financial service providers serving clients and financial institutions worldwide. Additionally, Paul has experience in card issuing and merchant services in both the private and public sectors with prior responsibilities in both client and vendor relationship management, loss prevention, fraud investigation and program management, including oversight of the State of Georgia’s purchasing card program. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia, and he and his wife live in metro Atlanta and have a son in grad school at Georgia State. Next >

Learn about Christine Kitamura, Senior Content Manager, Education and Advocacy (former) for Venminder (former), and TPRA's WNTPRM February 2025 Leader Spotlight. < See All < Previous Next > Christine Kitamura Senior Content Manager, Education and Advocacy (former) Venminder (former) Biography Christine previously served as the Senior Content Manager, Education and Advocacy at Venminder. In this role, she supported the marketing team by creating thought leadership content pieces that educated business leaders on third-party risk management best practices and regulatory expectations. Christine’s professional background began in marketing, where she discovered her passion for building and executing creative strategies that helped businesses grow. Her marketing skills eventually led her to a Content Specialist position at Venminder, where she was introduced to the complex business practice of third-party risk management. Her research and knowledge of third-party risk management helped build a wide range of content pieces across different formats including eBooks, infographics, checklists, podcasts, and webinars. Leadership Characteristics I’ve been incredibly fortunate to work under outstanding leaders throughout my career. Although I have not yet managed a team professionally, I have a clear picture of the leadership characteristics that I will strive to deliver. Open communication, transparency, and continuous growth are just some of the characteristics that my former managers have shown in our working relationships. I also believe that a great leader will step in to perform the necessary tasks to complete a job. I’ve never worked with a great leader that had the attitude of “that’s not my job”. Leadership Challenges As an introvert and chronic people-pleaser, I can predict a few key challenges that I would face in a leadership role. First, it would be difficult to delegate tasks because of my desire to minimize everyone’s workload. I’m typically a person who’s willing to carry the burden as long as others are satisfied, but I also realize the importance of collaboration and accepting help when needed. I’ve also been challenged in my ability to communicate a sense of urgency to stakeholders if certain tasks are falling behind schedule. I sometimes worry about overstepping boundaries, but I’ve found that others are always receptive to my requests when they’re clearly communicated. Key Take-a-ways When I first joined Venminder, third-party risk management was a foreign concept. I researched several different regulations and guidelines, many of which contained very complex language. However, I came to realize that many TPRM principles are built on simple practices and common sense. For instance, vendor due diligence involves a lot of moving pieces but the overall objective is to ensure that your organization is partnering with a legitimate third party that won’t harm your organization. Taking a step back from all the intricacies of TPRM and defining the ultimate goal can often bring clarity to these processes. Fun Fact I’m a southern California native, but I lived in Rochester, NY for one year through its inaugural Greater ROC Remote program. I’m grateful for the experience and enjoyed living in a place with four seasons, but I’m so happy to be back home in California!

Get to know Morgan Binder, Stripe, and a member of TPRA's Board of Directors! < Back Morgan Binder Stripe BOARD OF DIRECTORS Morgan is currently part of the Third Party Risk team at Stripe and has spent the duration of her career in the risk and compliance space. Her belief in right-sized foundational governance based on benchmarks and best practices has enabled her to develop nimble enterprise, operational, and third party risk programs for financial firms. Tooling enablement has also been a major part of her experience ranging from initial selection, implementation, and ongoing administration. Morgan has a M.S. of Enterprise Risk from Boston University and a B.S. of Management from Bentley University. She is based in the greater Boston area. Next >

Learn more about Exiger, a TPRA Partner Member, through this comprehension profile, including a bio, product functionality, contact info, and more. < Main Page < Previous Next > Exiger TPRM Platform Partner Member CONTACT INFORMATION contact@exiger.com Request a Demo 🏆 TPRA's 2024 TPRM Service Provider Innovator Award Winner Exiger is revolutionizing the way corporations, government agencies and banks navigate risk and compliance in their third-parties, supply chains and customers through its software and tech-enabled solutions. Exiger’s mission is to make the world a safer and more transparent place to succeed. Empowering its 550 customers across the globe, including 150 in the Fortune 500 and over 55 organizations across the Defense Industrial Base and government agencies, with award-winning AI technology, Exiger leads the way in ESG, cyber, financial crime, third-party and supply chain management. Show More TOP PRODUCT FUNCTIONALITY CATEGORIES Proactive Intelligence Continuous Monitoring Sanction Screen and Adverse Media Monitoring Third Party Due Diligence Seamless Onboarding Real-time Risk Rating Dynamic Dashboarding Integrated Premium Data Sources and Proprietary Watchlists ESG Risk Supply Chain Risk RESOURCES FROM THIS VENDOR MEMBER Modern Slavery: Supply Chain Lessons Learned Since the UFLPA Was Enacted VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | October 9, 2023 Taking a Closer Look at Three Major Risks to Cotton Sourcing | Blog | Exiger VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | October 9, 2023 Streamlining Software Security: Harnessing the Power of SBOM with Supply Chain Visibility VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | October 9, 2023 Load More EVENTS FROM THIS VENDOR MEMBER NEWS & UPDATES Exiger and Palantir Join Forces to Accelerate Defense Acquisition and Operational Readiness for U.S. Army Materiel Command November 20, 2025 U.S. Army Licenses 1Exiger AI Software to Accelerate Defense Acquisition, Reduce Lead Times and Enhance Operational Readiness November 14, 2025 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Selects Exiger’s AI as Critical Tool for Detection of Illicit Transshipment October 28, 2025 Exiger Wins Government-Wide $919 Million GSA Supply Chain Risk Illumination Award April 10, 2025 Exiger has been honored on Fast Company's annual Brands That Matter list – for the second consecutive year December 10, 2024 Exiger Acquires aDolus to Enhance Software Supply Chain Visibility in Increased Cyber Threat Environment July 30, 2024 Exiger Receives 2024 Innovator Award from Third Party Risk Association April 11, 2024 ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Previous Next

LIVE WEBINAR Women In TPRM Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Date & Time Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience All TPRM Professionals Duration 1 hr CPE Credits 0 Fee Free Register Event Description Join us for this empowering Women In TPRM (WnTPRM) Meeting . Discover the key to success in third-party risk management and be part of an inspiring virtual gathering. Embrace this opportunity to connect with influential women in the field, share insights, and build lasting connections. Journey to TPRM: TBD Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT About These Meetings Join us for our monthly Women In TPRM (WNTPRM) meeting to hear from inspiring women about their "Journey to TPRM" as well as exciting program updates! Who Should Attend All TPRM professionals are invited to these events. This group is open to ANYONE, regardless of gender identity or TPRA membership status. Cancellations In the event that this session would need to be canceled, you will be contacted and invited to register for the rescheduled event. Questions & Concerns For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact us at info@tprassociation.org . No CPE credits are provided for this event type.

LIVE WEBINAR Roundtable: Continuous Improvement and Program Maturity Thursday, March 12, 2026 Date & Time Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience All TPRM Professionals Duration 1 hr CPE Credits 1 Fee Free Register Event Description Join us on March 12, 2026, from 10 to 11 AM CT for a collaborative conversation on driving continuous improvement and advancing TPRM program maturity. Discussion topics include building scalable processes, optimizing assessments, identifying maturity gaps, and developing long-term improvement roadmaps. Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT FACILITATED BY Julie Gaiaschi CEO & Co-Founder | Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) Julie Gaiaschi, CISA, CISM, is the CEO & Co-Founder of the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA). She has over 15 years of technology and information security risk experience, with the last 10 years specializing in third party risk identification and mitigation techniques. In her role as CEO, she provides strategic direction for the non-profit, whose mission it is to further the third party risk profession through knowledge sharing and networking. She also has a passion for helping others enhance their own third party risk management programs. In 2021, Julie was awarded " CEO of the Year " by Women in Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Prior to co-founding the TPRA, Julie consulted on third party risk for a large bank. She also developed and led a large health payer organization’s Third Party Security program. There, she established and executed the third party risk assessment process, which included integration into the Procurement process. Prior to her role as the leader over Third Party Security, Julie was a Senior IT Auditor. Julie resides in Iowa with her husband and two girls. She enjoys traveling and cooking. About These Meetings Monthly Member Meetings are held every second Thursday of the month. Join us for relevant and informative roundtables, panels, and/or presentations on TPRM topics and pain points our members noted within the 2025 end-of-year survey. Who Should Attend All TPRM professionals are invited to these events, including TPRA Practitioner Members, TPRA Vendor Members, and Non-members. Cancellations In the event that this session would need to be canceled, you will be contacted and invited to register for the rescheduled event. Questions & Concerns For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact us at info@tprassociation.org . TPRA Members are eligible to receive 0.5 CPE credits for every 30 minutes of the LIVE meeting that they attend. (Ex. Attend for 30 minutes = 0.5 CPE credits. Attend for 1 hour = 1 CPE credits). CPE Credit will be issued upon completion of the post-event survey. Please allow at least one week following the event to receive your CPE certificate.

Get to know Kelsey Manigly-Haney, TPRA's Marketing & Membership Coordinator! < Back Kelsey Manigly-Haney Marketing & Membership Coordinator STAFF Kelsey graduated Maxima Cum Laude from La Salle University in 2023, with their BA in Digital Art and Multimedia Design. Following graduation, Kelsey worked as a freelance designer and illustrator, gaining industry experience and curating a design portfolio. They joined the TPRA team as a Multimedia Marketing Intern in 2024, aiding in the creation of marketing materials utilizing their background in multimedia design. Kelsey resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with their dog and two cats. They have a passion for gardening, and they are a part of a gardening volunteer group that cleans up local parks. Next >

Learn more about Supply Wisdom, a TPRA Advocate Member, through this comprehension profile, including a bio, product functionality, contact info, and more. < Main Page < Previous Next > Supply Wisdom Risk Ratings/Intelligence Advocate Member CONTACT INFORMATION Dan Boyle Global Head of Sales & Partnerships danielb@supplywisdom.com 🏆 TPRA's 2022 TPRM Service Provider Innovator Award Winner Supply Wisdom delivers real-time, continuous risk intelligence across third parties, Nth parties, and their operating locations. Its AI-driven platform provides verified alerts and predictive insights that help organizations identify emerging risks sooner, reduce exposure, and strengthen operational resilience. Show More TOP PRODUCT FUNCTIONALITY CATEGORIES The Supply Wisdom Difference: Continuous, human-verified intelligence across your vendors, locations, and supply chain. Core capabilities include: Continuous monitoring across 7 critical risk domains Human-verified alerts by subject-matter experts Location tagging and Nth party intelligence Built-in dashboards, APIs, and automated reports RESOURCES FROM THIS VENDOR MEMBER Understanding Digital Operational Resilience Act and Its Impact on TPRM Strategies VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | October 3, 2024 Insights from Supply Wisdom's 2024 Survey of Risk Professionals: Risk Management in a Technology-Driven World VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | July 22, 2024 Weekly Update: Global Supply Chain Disruptions - The Tigray Conflict: A Humanitarian Crisis in Ethiopia VENDOR MEMBER RESOURCE | October 30, 2023 Load More EVENTS FROM THIS VENDOR MEMBER NEWS & UPDATES Supply Wisdom has once again earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America August 12, 2025 Supply Wisdom Announces $14 Million Funding Round and Industry Veteran Jenna Wells’s Appointment as CEO June 18, 2025 Supply Wisdom recognized as an Incredible Workplaces(™) Gold Certified organization in the Mid Sized category. January 28, 2025 ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES 90 Days of Continuous Risk Monitoring — Free Offer for TPRA Members FREE TRIAL Get access to real-time, continuous risk monitoring across your third parties, Nth parties, and their locations. See early alerts, reduce blind spots, and understand how continuous intelligence strengthens your team’s resilience, free for 90 days. Previous Next

Learn about Kim LaBarbiera, Director & Counsel of Third-Party Risk for American Express, and TPRA's WNTPRM September 2023 Leader Spotlight. < See All < Previous Next > Kim LaBarbiera Director & Counsel of Third-Party Risk American Express Biography Kim M. LaBarbiera is currently Director and Counsel for Third-Party Risk in the General Counsel’s Organization at American Express. In her practice, she provides global legal support to business and legal colleagues related to third-party risk, including strategy, third-party lifecycle management, fintech, bank vendor risk, compliance and audit functions, regulatory requirements and cloud computing, among other areas. Prior to American Express, Kim held various legal, compliance and risk roles including General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer in London, Paris, and New York at firms including USAA, Lloyds Bank, and ING, among other global financial institutions. In April 2023, she was recommended by a U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and World Learning Peer Review Panel to serve as a risk management expert in the Fulbright Specialist Program, serving countries and institutions around the globe. Kim holds a BA in Political Science with a minor in Spanish from Boston College, a JD as a Centennial Scholar from Seton Hall Law School and a Masters of Law in Financial Regulation from Georgetown University, where she authored her thesis on the Regulation of Credit Default Swaps. In addition, she holds leadership and technology program certificates from Harvard and FINRA. She has also served in the Observer Program in the Division of Enforcement for the SEC. Kim is GDPR, CAMS, and CTPRP certified and has previously held Equity and Options FINRA principal licenses, among others. Kim is fluent in Spanish, and conversant in Italian and French, in which she has negotiated contracts for her various clients. She is a member of the New York and New Jersey state bar associations. Kim resides in Old Town Alexandria, VA, with her husband Rob and her chocolate lab and two cats. They enjoy travel, art appreciation, sailing, skiing, and scuba diving. Leadership Characteristics Kim believes in the servant-leader model of leadership and places her clients' needs and satisfaction as the cornerstone of her practice. A few of Kim's work mottos are: Some management principles will never go out of style, especially the one where you realize it is all about the people; Be the change you want to see in the company; Consider adopting progress over perfection and, Insist on having a job you love and loving your job, without compromise. Leadership Challenges "The financial services field has always been feast or famine which means members of its community must learn to embrace and thrive in periods of change. I have lost track of all the mergers, acquisitions and other industry changes through which I have navigated. If you work very hard, and stay passionate, the opportunities to weather the storm present themselves. The trick is to stay focused on the core principles: do your very best, freshen your skills everyday if possible, especially tech, be an excellent steward of the company, care about others, be fair, be patient, and try to smile and laugh as much as possible. Everything else takes care of itself." Key Take-a-ways "From my perspective, Third-Party Risk is one of the most exciting financial service fields to be in right now. It is exploding in growth and presents scores of opportunities to get in on the ground floor and make a difference. I liken it to compliance in the 2000s and privacy in the 2010's. I am so energized and excited to be here." Fun Fact I am an avid scuba diver and white water rafter and have been lucky enough to have gotten to go all over the world: Australia, Bali, Croatia, Italy, Mexico, Florida Keys, Oman, Grand Caymen and Belize.

Coverbase automates 90% of third-party risk management using AI. < Back Coverbase Wednesday, February 18, 2026 10:00 - 10:25 AM CT TPRM Platform Globe Mail Search Search Search Third-party risk management (TPRM) is often a manual, time-consuming process, where teams spend more time on admin tasks than risk mitigation. Coverbase automates the review of third-party questionnaires, security policies, and legal documents, ensuring seamless alignment with internal requirements. The platform also streamlines vendor communication by automating document requests and issue remediation, freeing teams to focus on what matters most - reducing risk. As one customer shared: “This assessment took me 25 days to review last year. With Coverbase, I finished it in under two days.” This is why the #1 bank, #1 credit union, and #1 insurance provider in the world trust Coverbase to power their third-party risk programs. Presenter(s) Clarence Chio CEO Clarence is the cofounder and CEO at Coverbase, a TPRM copilot that automates 90% of vendor management with AI. Prior to this, he cofounded Unit21, Google-backed company that raised $92m to help top financial institutions combat fraud and money laundering with AI. He has degrees in Computer Science and AI from Stanford, published the book "Machine Learning and Security" with O'Reilly Media, and has been teaching AI and security at… Show More Previous Next