Melissa Price
Melissa Price is an experienced litigator and former federal prosecutor having completed more than 25 trials and appellate arguments. Most recently, she worked at the United States Embassy in Mexico City where she held senior positions with the Department of State and the Department of Justice. She advised Mexican justice institutions on high-impact criminal investigations, institutional strategy, and capacity building. She has a deep understanding of the U.S. and Mexican legal systems.
Julie Myers Wood
As the Chief Executive Officer of Guidepost Solutions, I focus on helping corporations resolve problems with government agencies, and ensure they are proactively addressing compliance requirements.
Jay D. Owen
Jay D. Owen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in antitrust law, monitoring, and compliance processes. Mr. Owen has worked on numerous high-stakes monitorships while at Guidepost, including the in-depth oversight of a multi-national financial institution and on a state-AG mandated compliance program assessment. He has also provided expert compliance consulting services in industries as diverse as higher education, aerospace engineering, and information services. His work has been particularly focused on helping clients navigate the changing compliance environment associated with the change in administration and he specializes in navigating novel and challenging.
Lilliam Jarquin
Ms. Lilliam Jarquin joins Guidepost as a skilled professional analyst with extensive experience in research, data analysis, and project coordination. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to public policy, community development, and corporate social responsibility. She is poised to leverage her extensive research and analytical skills to provide insightful, data-driven recommendations that support Guidepost’s clients and drive meaningful impact.
David Katz
David H. Katz has more than 25 years of experience investigating and prosecuting complex frauds and examining and assessing compliance programs. He is an important member of the firm’s high profile monitorship practice. He previously has held senior positions with the U.S. Senate’s Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, the Internal Revenue Service, and the NASD (now FINRA). Mr. Katz began his career at the U.S. Department of Justice as a trial attorney for the Fraud Section of its Criminal Division in Washington, DC, investigating and prosecuting high profile white-collar cases.
David Cook
David C. Cook, a seasoned investigator, leads the San Francisco and Los Angeles offices of Guidepost Solutions. He specializes in litigation support, internal investigations, due diligence, fraud and theft of trade secret investigations.
Jesse Alvarado
Jesse Alvarado joined the New York office of Guidepost Solutions as a forensic accountant with a strong background in the audit and review of financial statements for private and not-for-profit organizations.
Gina Paola García
Gina Paola García is an accomplished technology designer with extensive expertise in electrical design and project management within the architecture and engineering sectors. She possesses a strong background in developing intricate electrical designs, lighting systems, fire detection, and video surveillance systems.
Patrick McArdle
Mr. McArdle brings extensive expertise in Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorist financing. With a strong background in regulatory compliance and risk mitigation, he has provided strategic advisory services to financial institutions, assisting in the design and implementation of remediation programs aligned with regulatory expectations.
Edward Knight
Mr. Edward Knight joins Guidepost as a highly skilled Security Project Manager with extensive experience in security systems design and estimation. He has worked on various high-value security projects within a number of verticals across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). These include data centers, manufacturing, oil and gas/energy, education, commercial office space, and HNI (high net worth individual) private residences. Mr. Knight is proficient in developing complete tender packages, reviewing technical documentation, and providing post-sales support to ensure project success. His design expertise extends across multiple stages of construction, from initial conceptualization to detailed technical drawings, with a strong track record of delivering large-scale, complex projects