Our World Class Team Helps Companies Transform
From the outset, our partnership has been about more than business goals. It reflects a shared alignment of personal values and professional purpose. We are deeply committed to our respective disciplines and to each other, and our collaboration is grounded in commitment, respect, and determination.
Clients benefit from a team with a proven track record of working well together and bringing shared values, discipline, and dedication to every engagement. We approach client relationships with focus and intention, with the goal of creating meaningful impact.
Our greatest advantage is our teamwork, supported by more than four decades of combined experience. We use this experience to help organizations navigate rapid growth and complex environments. Whether engaged individually or as a firm, clients benefit from our collective insight and a shared commitment to strengthening their business and improving performance.
Meet Our Executive Team
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Amber D. Baker is a seasoned leader with nearly two decades of experience helping business grow with resilience while navigating complex regulatory environments in the investment management industry. Known for her ability to build and manage robust programs, Amber has played a pivotal role in scaling organizations, including as Deputy CEO and General Counsel at Mirova US, where she led a twentyfold increase in assets under management. Now she leverages her expertise in strategic planning, executive management, and regulatory compliance to drive operational excellence.
With a J.D. from Harvard Law School and a B.S. in Business Administration from Columbia Union College magna cum laude, Amber’s career includes senior roles at Ostrum Asset Management, Citi, and Natixis Asset Management, as well as law firm experience at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr, LLP and K&L Gates. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Amber is dedicated to social impact, serving as a Board Member for HEAL Trafficking, a nonprofit focused on ending human trafficking.
Founder & Chief Compliance Officer
Kristina Patyjewicz is a respected compliance leader and former Chief Compliance Officer with nearly 20 years of experience helping financial institutions navigate complex regulatory environments. In senior leadership roles as both a Chief Compliance Officer and Director, she has developed and implemented comprehensive compliance programs for emerging and established firms alike. Throughout her career, she has built and enhanced compliance frameworks at Mirova US, PSG Equity, L.L.C., The Baupost Group, L.L.C., and Arrowstreet Capital, L.P.
A recognized leader in the field, Kristina has extensive experience strengthening risk management and designing compliance infrastructures across quantitative firms, hedge funds, private equity firms, traditional equity-focused RIAs, and ESG organizations on a global scale. She has been recognized with several industry honors, including the 2016 Schwab Compass Award for Exceptional Service and Teamwork, 2018 John Hancock Award for Compliance Excellence, and was nominated for the 2026 JH Award from the National Society of Compliance Professionals.
A graduate of McGill University, she combines analytical rigor with practical expertise to address both evolving and emerging regulatory challenges. She is known for leading high-performing teams, identifying key risks, and driving strategic compliance initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. In addition, she has presented on a variety of industry-related topics. Most recently, in 2026, she spoke to the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) on “Cross-Industry Perspectives on the Ethical Use & Governance of AI”.
Beyond her professional work, Kristina has also demonstrated a strong commitment to public service through her role on the Town Finance Committee in Westwood, Massachusetts.