Our Services
From assisting with initial licensing applications to ongoing prudential visits and fractional C-Suite placements, our team of experts craft tailored solutions that ensure regulatory adherence and streamline your business processes
Licensing
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AML / ATF / Sanctions
We support your AML/ATF reporting and licensing requirements
• Prepare and compile an AML/ATF and sanctions polices, procedures and internal controls
• Aid in drafting Business Risk Assessments (BRA) and Customer Risk Assessments (CRA)
• Assist with ongoing reporting requirements (Corporate Governance, Compliance and MLRO)
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Cyber Security
We develop tailored cyber risk policies and procedures
• Draft a Cyber Risk Policy appropriate to the nature, scale and complexity of the business
• Construct an Operational Cyber Risk Management Programme that defines, documents and communicates cyber risk policies and procedures
• Support cyber risk assessments, control systems and audits
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Risk Management
We create robust risk and compliance frameworks
• Draft risk policies and procedures to identify, manage, monitor and report risks (business, market, liquidity, credit, operations)
• Design comprehensive stress tests and scenario analyses
• Advise on the appropriateness of risk tolerances and internal controls
• Draft periodic risk disclosures to regulators and Board of Directors
Governance & Operations
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Corporate Governance
We deliver compliant corporate governance solutions
• Provide strategic guidance to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks
• Assess the suitability of the corporate governance framework including board/management experience, responsibilities, and accountability
• Develop and implement policies that ensure efficient, objective, and independent board decision-making
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Business Plans
We create tailored
business plans
• Craft comprehensive business plans and tactical operating plans tailored to your DeFi business
• Collaborate with your stakeholders to draft required regulatory and licensing disclosures
• Assist with capital raising strategies including investor pitch decks and financial modeling
Fractional C-Suite
We provide experienced fractional MLRO, CCO, CRO, and COO talent to help meet your business requirements. Flexible and cost-effective placements deliver immediate value and can seamlessly transition from fractional to full-time roles to meet your evolving business needs.
Our
Story
Grassmere Consulting is dedicated to providing tailored risk management and compliance services for digital asset companies. With a focus on helping clients navigate the regulatory and licensing requirements, our expert team brings deep industry knowledge and fintech expertise.
We understand the unique challenges faced by blockchain firms and are committed to guiding them towards successful compliance solutions. At Grassmere Consulting, we empower our clients to thrive in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
About
M. Amit Vijay
A seasoned risk management and fintech professional with 20+ years experience in credit and market risk, derivatives, DeFi, and regulatory compliance in NYC, Bermuda and Toronto.
A serial innovator that has launched and exited several successful B2B SaaS fintech companies.
Proven ability to build, grow, and lead high-performing teams, develop and implement robust risk and compliance frameworks, and drive strategic decision-making.
Passionate about the transformative potential of crypto and blockchain technologies.
I live in the details.
Profile
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20+ years experience in capital markets, risk management, and financial technology in NYC, Bermuda and Toronto. Lived and worked in Bermuda for 13 years.
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Cofounder & CEO of several high growth fintech startups and projects (Swiggle, SourceKit, SplitRide).
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Previously, Head of Risk at a NYC based hedge fund group with $20 billion AUM and regulated in multiple jurisdictions.
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Managed the Bermuda office, staff, and operations of a hedge fund group serving institutional clients globally.
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Deep understanding of DeFi technologies, concepts and business models, including DLT’s, blockchains (ETH, BTC), stablecoins, AMM’s, DEX’s, CEX’s, and derivatives.
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Education: FRM, MBA (Finance), MSc (Bioresource Engineering), BA (Economics), BSc (Statistics)
Experience
Grassmere Consulting, Founder: Built and manage a risk and compliance consultancy practice that leverages my extensive capital markets, fintech, and regulatory experience to advise digital asset companies, HNW individuals and family offices.
Swiggle Inc., Co-founder & CEO: Led a global fintech company that builds innovative data-driven business intelligence platforms. Designed, launched, and commercialized SourceKit, a B2B SaaS platform, processing $1billion+ GMV per year using proprietary algorithmic claims and analytics engines. Drove adoption of business processes, internal controls and reporting systems.
FG Bermuda Ltd., CRO & Head of Risk: Oversaw quantitative market risk management and investment compliance for a regulated global hedge fund group with $20 billion+ AUM invested across 70+ products and 10 offices. Established and led the group’s offshore Bermuda subsidiary. Served on the Global Investment Committee, Asset Allocation Committee and on the Board of several offshore entities, contributing to strategic decision-making and risk governance. Liaised with US and Bermuda regulators regarding registrations and reporting.
Let's Collaborate
Reach out to explore how we can work together to navigate the regulatory waters and drive your business forward.
Email: contact@grassmeregroup.com