About Belvedere Consulting
Practical Information Governance Solutions from an Experienced Professional
Cheryl Banke is a nationally recognized expert in records and information management (RIM), information governance (IG), privacy compliance, and technology enablement. With decades of hands-on experience, she founded Belvedere Consulting, LLC (CRMIG) to provide practical, sustainable solutions to organizations facing complex information governance challenges.
Cheryl's approach is grounded in real-world experience across highly regulated industries. She has led enterprise-wide RIM programs, navigated complex privacy and compliance requirements, and guided technology implementations from vendor selection through adoption. Her clients value her ability to translate regulatory requirements and industry best practices into actionable roadmaps tailored to their organizational culture and business objectives.
Throughout her career, Cheryl has served healthcare systems, financial institutions, manufacturing companies, energy utilities, and professional services firms—consistently delivering solutions that balance legal defensibility, operational efficiency, and user adoption.
Professional Credentials & Expertise
MLIS
Master of Library and Information Science
CRM
Certified Records Manager (ICRM)
CIPM
Certified Information Privacy Manager (IAPP)
Paralegal
Legal support professional
Areas of Expertise
- ✓Records & Information Management (RIM)
- ✓Information Governance (IG) Program Development
- ✓Retention Schedule Design & Implementation
- ✓Legal Hold & eDiscovery Readiness
- ✓Privacy Compliance (HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA)
- ✓Data Classification & Protection
- ✓Technology Vendor Selection & RFP Development
- ✓SharePoint & ECM System Implementation
- ✓Policy & Procedure Development
- ✓Training & Change Management
Professional Experience Highlights
Healthcare Information Governance
Led enterprise-wide RIM and privacy programs for integrated healthcare delivery systems, ensuring HIPAA compliance while supporting clinical operations and legal defensibility.
Financial Services Compliance
Developed retention schedules and disposition protocols aligned with SEC, FINRA, and Dodd-Frank requirements for investment management and banking institutions.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Designed quality records management systems, intellectual property protection strategies, and supply chain documentation governance for industrial manufacturers.
Energy & Utilities Regulatory Compliance
Established records management frameworks supporting FERC, NERC, and state regulatory requirements while enabling operational efficiency.
Our Approach
"Information governance isn't about creating the perfect policy manual. It's about building sustainable practices that people actually use—practices that protect your organization, support your business, and make sense in your culture."
— Cheryl Banke
Belvedere Consulting's philosophy centers on practical, people-focused solutions. We recognize that even the most technically sound RIM program will fail without user adoption. Our engagements emphasize change management, stakeholder collaboration, and incremental implementation that builds momentum and demonstrates value.
We don't offer one-size-fits-all frameworks or theoretical models. Instead, we work closely with your team to understand your organization's unique challenges, culture, and objectives—then design solutions that fit your reality, not an idealized textbook scenario.
Ready to Transform Your Information Governance?
Let's discuss how Belvedere Consulting can help your organization navigate records management, compliance, and technology challenges with practical, sustainable solutions.