John Farley
About John Farley
John Farley is a Principal Analyst at FINRA, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in equity trading, having held senior positions at Morgan Stanley and FBR prior to his current role.
Current Role at FINRA
John Farley has been serving as a Principal Analyst at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2012. In this role, he is involved in analyzing financial data and regulatory compliance within the financial services industry. His work contributes to enhancing the integrity of the financial markets and protecting investors.
Previous Experience at Morgan Stanley
Before joining FINRA, John Farley worked at Morgan Stanley as an Equity Trader Vice President from 1993 to 2002. During his nine years in this role, he operated in the Greater New York City Area, where he managed equity trading activities and contributed to the firm's trading strategies.
Experience at FBR
John Farley held the position of Equity Trader Senior Vice President at FBR from 2003 to 2010. Over the course of seven years in Arlington, VA, he was responsible for executing trades and managing equity portfolios, further developing his expertise in the financial markets.
Role at BB&T
John Farley worked as an Investment Counselor at BB&T for one year, from 2011 to 2012. In this position, he provided investment advice and guidance to clients, leveraging his extensive background in trading and finance.
Education and Qualifications
John Farley earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Finance from Saint Bonaventure University, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in finance and trading.