Catherine Brown
About Catherine Brown
Catherine Brown is the Operational Risk Management Lead (Digital Risk) at Fannie Mae, with extensive experience in risk management, supply chain, and business controls.
Current Role at Fannie Mae
Catherine Brown is currently working as the Operational Risk Management Lead (Digital Risk) at Fannie Mae in the United States. In this role, she focuses on assessing and managing risks associated with digital initiatives. Her responsibilities include evaluating the effectiveness of risk management practices and internal controls, ensuring they meet the organization's standards and regulatory requirements.
Professional Experience at Wells Fargo
From 2017 to 2022, Catherine Brown held the position of Senior Business Execution Consultant at Wells Fargo in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. During her five years with the company, she was involved in streamlining business processes and enhancing execution strategies. Her role required a deep understanding of risk management and controls, which she leveraged to improve operational efficiencies.
Tenure at Bank of America
Catherine Brown worked at Bank of America as an Enterprise Process Oversight and Senior Business Controls Specialist from 2012 to 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina Area. Over these five years, she was responsible for overseeing enterprise processes and implementing effective business controls. Her expertise contributed to maintaining high standards of risk governance and operational control within the company.
Educational Background
Catherine Brown obtained an Executive MBA in Business Administration and Management, General, from the Quantic School of Business and Technology between 2021 and 2023. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation/Logistics from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, which she completed in 1996. Her academic qualifications complement her extensive professional experience and expertise in risk management and logistics.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
With over 12 years of experience in Third Party Risk Management and Supply Chain Management, Catherine Brown specializes in evaluating clients' risk management and internal control environments. She is known for her analytical abilities, proficiency in program management, risk governance, and controls. Her skillset includes trend analysis, monitoring, strategic planning, vendor management, and team building, making her a valuable asset in technology banking and operational risk management.