Kevin Christy
About Kevin Christy
Kevin Christy serves as the Managing Director of Compliance at Blue Owl Capital, where he leads the Corporate Advisory team and oversees regulatory filings and compliance programs. He has extensive experience in regulatory compliance, having previously worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in various roles and at other notable firms.
Work at Blue Owl Capital
Kevin Christy serves as the Managing Director of Compliance at Blue Owl Capital, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he leads the Corporate Advisory team, focusing on regulatory filings and compliance testing programs. He is responsible for supervising the Code of Ethics and personal account dealing, overseeing new rule implementations, and conducting compliance training. Additionally, he manages responses to regulatory inquiries and exams, ensuring that the firm adheres to necessary compliance standards.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Before joining Blue Owl Capital, Kevin Christy worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in various capacities. He served as Exam Manager in the Division of Examinations from 2020 to 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Prior to that, he was an Attorney in the Office of General Counsel from 2012 to 2018 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He also held the position of Attorney-Adviser in the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations from 2018 to 2020, further enhancing his expertise in regulatory compliance.
Legal and Consulting Background
Kevin Christy has a diverse background in legal and consulting roles. He worked as an Associate at K&L Gates from 2007 to 2012 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Prior to that, he was a Senior Consultant at Accenture from 2000 to 2005. These experiences contributed to his comprehensive understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks, which he applies in his current role.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Christy earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from American University Washington College of Law, where he studied from 2004 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in American Government from Georgetown University, completed from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in compliance and regulatory matters.