Client Engagement at MKAS

Delivering Value Beyond Training

MKAS is committed to elevating compliance capability across South Asia. Our client engagement philosophy focuses on real partnerships, industry collaboration, and continuous knowledge sharing — ensuring that every organisation we work with benefits from insight, support, and long-term development

1. Partnership-Driven Approach

We engage with clients as strategic partners, not vendors.
Our team works closely with banks, NBFCs, fintechs, and compliance COEs to:

• Understand specific organisational challenges

• Map skill gaps and training needs

• Build customised learning pathways

• Align capability building with future regulatory expectations

We believe engagement must be continuous, relevant, and impact-oriented.

2. Regional Industry Collaboration

MKAS actively collaborates with key institutions across South Asia to support national capability development.

Our Engagements Include:

• Financial Intelligence Units of India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal

• Central banks and regulatory departments

• Banking associations and compliance communities

• Meetings with ACCOBB (Bangladesh) and ACOB (Sri Lanka)

These interactions help us understand regional challenges and contribute meaningfully to industry-wide improvement.

3. Events, Conferences & On-Site Knowledge Sessions

To support continuous learning, MKAS has launched 'The Compliance Scroll' -our dedicated blog covering compliance, AML, risk management, and regulatory updates across South Asia.

We also share:

• Insight notes on emerging risks

• Regulatory summaries

• Articles on market trends and best practices

• Commentary on financial crime developments

Our goal is to ensure the region stays informed, updated, and prepared.

5. Proactive & Personalized Support

We believe in sharing knowledge widely and freely.

Some of Our Initiatives:

• Organised compliance conferences in Mumbai

• Delivered free on-site guest lectures at client locations across Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi

• Participated in cross-border compliance discussions

• Engaged with leaders across public and private sector institutions

These initiatives reflect our commitment to raising awareness and encouraging a culture of strong compliance practices.

4. Thought Leadership & Continuous Updates

We maintain ongoing engagement through:

• Tailored training plans

• Regular advisory conversations

• Prompt client support

• Transparent communication at every stage

Our relationship-first approach ensures every client receives attention, guidance, and consistent value.

Our Commitment

MKAS is dedicated to building a more resilient compliance environment across South Asia.
Through partnerships, thought leadership, and responsible engagement, we continue to support organisations, regulators, and the wider industry in strengthening professional standards.

"Passionate about combating financial crime and reducing risk, we are committed to helping our customers do the right business in the right way. We believe in fostering a culture of compliance, integrity, and ethical behaviour within the global business community. Above all, our mission is to empower compliance and financial crime prevention professionals around the world through education, support, and advocacy."

"A respected leader in global compliance and financial crime prevention, she has played a key role in shaping professional standards and advancing capability development across APAC and international markets. Her leadership at ICA focuses on empowering organisations through strategic learning initiatives and tailored compliance education that strengthen governance, risk management, and ethical excellence."

Chief Strategic Mentor & Advisor

Patron & President Adivsory Board

President ICA

May May Lim

Pekka Dare

Managing Director, APAC- ICA

"Distinguished leader shaping the compliance and AML/KYC landscape across South Asia. With two decades of experience, he redefines regulatory learning & institutional growth. At ICA & ACAMS, he led transformative initiatives advancing global compliance capability & collaboration. His expertise bridges compliance frameworks, fintech innovation, & governance. Recognized for building strong alliances with banks, regulators, & financial institutions. A visionary, he drives MKAS toward ethical, resilient, & future-ready compliance excellence."

Founder & Managing Partner

MKAS

Mohammad Khan

Iram Saleem

Director Business Development South Asia- ICA

"The Managing Founder of MKAS, she is an accomplished leader in financial services and learning development. She offers strategic insight and a strong understanding of compliance-focused operations. She has led projects advancing business growth, technology innovation, and regulatory alignment in the payments industry. Her association with the Ryan Group underscores her commitment to capability building, promoting ethical, compliant, and future-ready business practices."

Founding Partner & Chief Advisor