ACAMS is the global leader in training and certifications for anti-money laundering (“AML”) and financial crime prevention professionals. ACAMS has a large, global membership base with more than 90,000 members in 175 jurisdictions, including over 50,000 professionals who have obtained their CAMS certification – an industry recognized AML qualification – that promotes ongoing education through participation in conferences, webinars, and other training opportunities.
ACAMS
ACAMS, global leader in training and certifications for anti-money laundering (“AML”) and financial crime prevention professionals
c. 98%
capital held by Wendel
In the Wendel portfolio since 2022
In the Wendel portfolio since 2022
Key Figures
$338
m
amount invested by Wendel since 2022
50 000
professionals certified
175
jurisdictions
285
employees
As a mission-driven provider of services that ultimately reduce the funding of terrorism and human trafficking (among other nefarious activities), ACAMS fits well with Wendel’s CSR values. This investment represents a new milestone in Wendel’s 2021-2024 roadmap and its announced target to accelerate the redeployment of capital toward companies with higher growth rates.
In January 2022, Wendel invested $338 million of equity for a c. 98% interest in the Company, alongside ACAMS’ management and a minority investor.
Key milestones of the investment
Wendel’s role in corporate governance
Board of Directors
Caroline Bertin-Delacour
Jamie Fletcher
Mel Immergut
Harper Mates
Adam Reinmann (Chairman)
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