“Compliance is a crucial foundation, without which you risk building your business on quicksand.”
History
AV Compliance Solutions was created to support independent advisors, family offices, and small to mid-sized firms facing the challenges of evolving regulations. We take the compliance burden off your plate, so you can focus on growing your business and serving your clients.
Non-compliance can lead to serious consequences—reputational damage, fines, even license suspension. We provide expert, tailored support to keep you aligned with regulatory standards and positioned for success.
Let’s connect to explore how we can protect your business and help you stay focused on what matters most.
Axl Villapaz, CIM®, is a seasoned independent compliance consultant with over a decade of experience in asset and wealth management. She has served as a trusted compliance resource for independent advisors, family offices, and firms across Canada, providing strategic guidance to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape.
As a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) and Qualified Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Axl brings a practical, solutions-driven approach to regulatory compliance. She has held multiple Compliance Executive roles across firms of varying sizes—from boutique to large-scale asset managers—registered under Exempt Market Dealer, Investment Fund Manager, Portfolio Manager, Mutual Fund Dealer, and Investment Dealer categories, and operating across all Canadian provincial and territorial jurisdictions.
Axl specializes in designing tailored compliance strategies that align with each firm’s unique operational structure. Her approach helps companies remain compliant efficiently and cost-effectively—without the need for a dedicated in-house compliance team.
Her mission is to make compliance a seamless and supportive part of business operations, enabling advisors and firms to focus on their clients with confidence.
