Cathy Paparizos, Pmp, Csm
About Cathy Paparizos, Pmp, Csm
Cathy Paparizos is a Senior Director of Technology at FINRA, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Computer Science from American University and has extensive experience in IT project management across various organizations.
Current Role at FINRA
Cathy Paparizos serves as the Senior Director of Technology at FINRA, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees technology initiatives and strategies, contributing to the organization's mission of protecting investors and ensuring market integrity. Her experience in technology management supports her leadership in driving projects that enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at FINRA
Before her current role, Cathy Paparizos worked at FINRA as the Director of Technology from 2017 to 2020. During this time, she managed various technology projects and initiatives, focusing on improving systems and processes within the organization. Her tenure at FINRA has been marked by her commitment to leveraging technology for regulatory purposes.
Career at Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Cathy Paparizos held multiple positions at Howard Hughes Medical Institute. She served as the Director of IT Projects and Performance Management from 2015 to 2017, where she was responsible for overseeing IT projects and ensuring performance metrics were met. Prior to that, she worked as a Senior Project Manager in Information Technology from 2012 to 2013 and as the Manager of the Project Management Office from 2013 to 2015.
Educational Background
Cathy Paparizos earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Computer Science from the Kogod School of Business at American University. She studied there from 1993 to 1997, gaining foundational knowledge that supports her career in technology and project management.
Early Career at Information Concepts
Cathy Paparizos began her career at Information Concepts, where she worked for nine years as a Project Manager from 1997 to 2006. She later advanced to the role of Director of Projects from 2006 to 2012. Her early experiences in project management laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in technology leadership.