Christian Alvarez
About Christian Alvarez
Christian Alvarez is a Senior Market Regulation Analyst at FINRA, specializing in municipal credits and advocating for market integrity and investor protection. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton, and a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School.
Work at FINRA
Christian Alvarez serves as a Senior Market Regulation Analyst at FINRA, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he focuses on ensuring market integrity and protecting investors. His expertise in municipal credits enhances his contributions to regulatory practices and compliance within the financial markets.
Education and Expertise
Christian Alvarez holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton, which he completed from 2010 to 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School between 2015 and 2017. His studies emphasized Accounting and Finance, contributing to his deep subject matter expertise in municipal credits.
Professional Background
Christian Alvarez has a diverse professional background. Prior to his current role at FINRA, he worked as a Fixed Income Trader - Municipals at Edward Jones from 2014 to 2021. His earlier roles include positions at Wells Fargo as a Merchant Teller and at 24 Hour Fitness as a Sales Counselor. He also gained experience in asset allocation at Pacific Life and served as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Fullerton Joint Union High School District.
Advocacy for Inclusion and Diversity
Christian Alvarez is committed to advocating for inclusion and diversity within the workplace. He actively develops recruiting pipelines aimed at increasing diverse talent in the financial sector, reflecting his dedication to fostering an inclusive environment.
Personal Interests
In his personal time, Christian Alvarez enjoys outdoor activities such as cycling and hiking. These pursuits reflect his interest in maintaining an active lifestyle and appreciating nature.