Christopher Farthing
About Christopher Farthing
Christopher Farthing is the Model Validation Director at Ally, with extensive experience in fraud defense and anti-money laundering, and a PhD in Applied Statistics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Title and Current Role
Christopher Farthing currently holds the position of Model Validation Director at Ally. He has been in this role since 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this capacity, he oversees the validation of financial models to ensure their reliability and compliance with industry standards, contributing to Ally's commitment to maintaining robust risk management practices.
Professional Background
Christopher Farthing has a diverse professional background primarily within the financial services industry. His tenure at Ally began in 2014 as a Senior Model Validation Analyst, followed by a promotion to Model Validation Manager, and finally to Model Validation Director. Prior to his roles at Ally, he worked as a Senior Statistician at Capital One from 2011 to 2014 in Richmond, Virginia, and as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at UNC Charlotte from 2010 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Farthing has a robust educational background in Applied Statistics. He recently completed his PhD in Applied Statistics at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2020. He also holds a Master of Science in Applied Statistics from the same institution, completed in 2011. Before that, he earned a BS in Math and Economics/Finance from Gardner-Webb University in 2009. His expertise encompasses areas such as fraud defense and anti-money laundering (AML), with a strong foundation in statistical analysis.
Academic Achievements
Christopher Farthing recently earned his PhD in Applied Statistics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2020. His academic journey also includes a Master of Science in Applied Statistics from UNC Charlotte, completed in 2011, and a Bachelor's degree in Math and Economics/Finance from Gardner-Webb University, completed in 2009.
Skills and Experience
Christopher Farthing has developed significant expertise in financial services, particularly in fraud defense and anti-money laundering (AML). His experience includes clearly explaining complex mathematical concepts and methods from his academic roles, which has complemented his professional capabilities. He enjoys employing creativity to solve financial problems and aims to continually broaden his statistical, financial, and leadership skills.