About Us
About Us
We have been trusted advisors to over 70 financial services companies in Tennessee and across the country, helping assess the strength and sustainability of enterprise-wide and compliance risk management programs. For years, we have provided independent compliance testing services and conducted deep research and analysis enabling us to provide our clients sound compliance risk management advice.
While other firms offer a multitude of services, Sentry focuses on what we do best: helping you navigate the complex and ever-changing regulatory requirements and expectations placed on your financial institution.
Our Team
At Sentry Advisory, our strength comes from the expertise and dedication of our professionals. Each member of our team brings extensive experience, respected certifications, and a client-first approach to helping financial institutions navigate compliance and risk with confidence.
William A. Childress
CRCM, CPA – Founder & Managing Partner
With more than 18 years of experience, William specializes in consumer compliance risk management and independent testing. He has led engagements for organizations supervised by the CFPB and prudential regulators and serves as co-facilitator for multiple compliance forums. William’s insight helps clients strengthen compliance programs and prepare for regulatory exams.
Allen B. “Joey” Croom II
CRCM, CAMS – Founder & Managing Partner
Joey brings over 20 years of advisory experience in regulatory compliance, including lending, deposits, fair lending, HMDA, CRA, and BSA/AML/OFAC. A frequent leader in national compliance forums, he helps institutions understand and address complex regulations with clarity and precision.
Michael O. Anderson
CRCM – Partner
Michael has advised financial institutions for more than 24 years, with expertise in regulatory compliance risk management, BSA/AML audits, and fair lending testing. Known for his teaching and leadership at compliance conferences, he helps clients assess and improve compliance program effectiveness.
Austin H. Crowe
CRCM, CPA – Partner
Austin combines compliance knowledge with financial reporting expertise. His background includes regulatory compliance testing, internal audit, and loan review services. He supports clients with deep knowledge of BSA/AML/CFT, OFAC, lending, and deposit operations, ensuring effective compliance and operational efficiency.
Leah Hamilton
JD - Director of Education Services & Compliance Advisor
With nearly 30 years of industry experience, Leah is known for her engaging and practical approach to compliance training. She advises banks, credit unions, and fintechs while also teaching at the Southwest Graduate School of Banking. Her focus on plain-English solutions makes compliance approachable for all levels of staff and management.
Lisa Fiveash
CRCM – Managing Compliance Advisor
Lisa has more than 20 years in banking and a decade of compliance consulting experience. Her expertise spans lending, deposits, and regulations such as Reg Z, RESPA, and CRA. She helps clients by translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable compliance strategies.
Crystal Hopkins
CRCM – Senior Compliance Advisor
Crystal has 18 years of financial industry experience, including roles as Compliance Officer, BSA Officer, and Customer Information Security Officer. She offers clients deep expertise in compliance risk management, BSA/AML/OFAC, UDAP/UDAAP, Fair Lending, HMDA, and CRA.
Kristin Waddle
CAMS, CCBCO, CBAP – Senior Compliance Advisor
Crystal has 18 years of financial industry experience, including roles as Compliance Officer, BSA Officer, and Customer Information Security Officer. She offers clients deep expertise in compliance risk management, BSA/AML/OFAC, UDAP/UDAAP, Fair Lending, HMDA, and CRA.