Greyline has been deemed fit by the SEC to serve as an independent monitor to assess and oversee a firm’s compliance program.
Often times stemming from an SEC examination and/or enforcement action, a monitor is an independent, third-party that assesses and monitors a company’s adherence to the compliance requirements of an agreement that’s designed to reduce the risk of recurrence of the company’s misconduct.
SEC-mandated monitors exist in two forms: an independent compliance consultant and an independent compliance monitor. Greyline is qualified to accept both of these appointments.
As an SEC-imposed monitor, we can:
- Develop a plan for initial review and continued oversight.
- Create reporting workflows for both the firm and the SEC.
- Conduct SEC-mandated reviews, and prepare written documentation in accordance with applicable timelines.
- Recommend concrete and actionable solutions to address compliance program deficiencies and weaknesses.
- Assist with the implementation of any required program enhancements, and provide ongoing monitorship.

SEC Issues Risk Alert on ESG Investing
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