Jennifer Piorko Mitchell
About Jennifer Piorko Mitchell
Jennifer Piorko Mitchell serves as Vice President and Corporate Governance Counsel at FINRA, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in corporate governance and financial regulation, having previously held roles as Assistant Corporate Secretary and Deputy Corporate Secretary at FINRA.
Work at FINRA
Jennifer Piorko Mitchell has held multiple positions at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). She served as Assistant Corporate Secretary from 2007 to 2014, where she contributed to corporate governance and compliance matters. Following this role, she was appointed Deputy Corporate Secretary from 2014 to 2017, further enhancing her expertise in corporate governance. Since 2017, she has been serving as Vice President & Corporate Governance Counsel, overseeing legal and governance issues within the organization. Additionally, she holds the position of Secretary for FINRA CAT, which manages the Consolidated Audit Trail, a critical system for tracking trading activity in U.S. equity and options markets.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Piorko Mitchell has a strong educational background. She earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from The George Washington University Law School, which provided her with a solid foundation in legal principles. She also holds an MBA from The Johns Hopkins University, equipping her with business acumen relevant to her roles in corporate governance. Furthermore, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in Government and Politics at the University of Maryland, which contributed to her understanding of regulatory frameworks and public policy.
Background
Jennifer Piorko Mitchell has a substantial background in corporate governance and regulatory affairs. Her career at FINRA spans over a decade, during which she has developed expertise in compliance, governance, and investor education. In addition to her corporate roles, she serves as Secretary for the FINRA Investor Education Foundation, focusing on initiatives that promote financial literacy among investors. This combination of experience and education positions her as a knowledgeable professional in the financial regulatory landscape.
Achievements
Throughout her career at FINRA, Jennifer Piorko Mitchell has contributed to various initiatives that enhance corporate governance and investor education. As Secretary for the FINRA Investor Education Foundation, she plays a vital role in promoting financial literacy, which is essential for informed investment decisions. Her leadership in managing the Consolidated Audit Trail system reflects her commitment to improving transparency and accountability in financial markets. These roles underscore her influence in shaping governance practices within the financial industry.