Julian Asano
About Julian Asano
Julian Asano is a Senior Risk Analyst at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in law and data science, with previous roles at Huron Consulting Group and NYC Data Science Academy.
Current Role at FINRA
Julian Asano serves as a Senior Risk Analyst at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2015. In this role, he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing risk detection and management processes. He has created an automated tool to allocate resources effectively under multiple constraints. Additionally, he has scoped and pitched a project focused on prioritizing controls for managing an arbitrator roster, demonstrating his commitment to improving operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Huron Consulting Group
Before joining FINRA, Julian Asano worked at Huron Consulting Group/Synergy Legal Staffing as a QC Attorney from 2009 to 2014 in New York, NY. During his five years in this position, he gained valuable experience in legal quality control, which contributed to his analytical skills in risk management. His background in law provided a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in data science and risk analysis.
Data Science Background
Julian Asano briefly worked as a Data Scientist at NYC Data Science Academy in 2015. Although his tenure lasted only two months, this experience allowed him to apply data-driven methodologies to his work. He also completed a 12-week immersive Data Science Boot Camp at the same institution, enhancing his analytical capabilities and technical skills relevant to risk analysis.
Educational Qualifications
Julian Asano holds a Juris Doctor degree from Brooklyn Law School, where he studied from 2005 to 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from Cornell University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. His educational background in law and religious studies has equipped him with a diverse perspective, contributing to his analytical approach in risk management.
Achievements in Risk Management
Throughout his career, Julian Asano has led significant initiatives in risk management. Notably, he led a modeling effort that resulted in a fourfold increase in the detection of high-risk individuals for heightened review. He has also designed quality management programs for the examination and surveillance of U.S. broker/dealers, showcasing his expertise in regulatory compliance and quality assurance.