Ethan Singleton

Ethan Singleton

Managing Principal

FS Vector

Speaker 2024, 2025

Ethan is an experienced financial services advisor who specializes in helping financial institutions and fintechs navigate the complexities of banking-as-a-service programs. At FS Vector, Ethan leverages his expertise to coordinate the launch of bank-fintech partnership programs, working closely with state and federally chartered banks, fintechs, technology providers and other ecosystem partners. He brings deep expertise in designing and implementing comprehensive compliance programs for fintech startups, neobanks, digital asset platforms, and other innovative financial services companies.

Prior to joining FS Vector, Ethan was a Manager in the Compliance & Regulatory Advisory practice at BDO USA, where he led AML/OFAC assessments and consultations on unique compliance issues related to fintech partnerships. He has driven innovative compliance efforts in client adoption of AI, RPA, and machine learning to enhance processes and mitigate risks. Earlier in his career, Ethan served as an Assistant Vice President at HSBC, where he directed financial crime investigations and collaborated with regulators on AI governance.

Ethan received a B.A. in Political Science and an M.B.A from the University of Delaware, and a J. D., cum laude, from the Delaware Law School of Widener University.