Christopher Brinkmann
About Christopher Brinkmann
Christopher Brinkmann is a Quality Assurance Analyst at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in customer service and real estate, with previous roles at PNC and RE/MAX, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland College Park.
Work at FINRA
Christopher Brinkmann has been employed at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2016, currently serving as a Quality Assurance Analyst. His tenure at FINRA spans over eight years, during which he has held multiple roles. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior NMLS Agent from 2008 to 2014 and as a Customer Service Coordinator III from 2014 to 2016. His experience at FINRA has involved various responsibilities that contribute to the organization's mission of ensuring market integrity and protecting investors.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining FINRA, Christopher Brinkmann worked at PNC as a Teller and Financial Customer Service Consultant from 2007 to 2008 for six months in Bethesda, MD. He also briefly served as a Residential Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX in 2014 for four months in Gaithersburg, MD. These roles provided him with foundational experience in customer service and financial transactions, enhancing his skills in client interaction and financial operations.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Brinkmann earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland College Park, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His educational background equips him with analytical skills and knowledge relevant to regulatory practices and compliance within the financial industry.