Karine Younjae Choi
About Karine Younjae Choi
Karine Younjae Choi is an Associate Principal Analyst in Risk Monitoring at FINRA, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in journalism and finance, with previous roles at various organizations including WERS 88.9 FM and Citi.
Current Role at FINRA
Karine Younjae Choi currently serves as an Associate Principal Analyst in Risk Monitoring at FINRA, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in quantitative analysis and economic public policy to assess and mitigate risks within the financial industry. Prior to this, she worked as a Senior Risk Monitoring Analyst at FINRA from 2022 to 2023, where she further developed her skills in risk assessment and management.
Professional Experience in Journalism
Choi has a background in investigative policy journalism, which enhances her analytical capabilities in her current role. She worked as a Staff Reporter at WERS 88.9 FM from 2012 to 2014, and as an Investigative Student Reporter at the New England Center for Investigative Reporting in 2015. Additionally, she held various positions at Film Independent, including Publicity Assistant and Intern, contributing to her diverse experience in media and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Choi holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in International Finance and Economic Policy from Columbia University, where she studied from 2018 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Emerson College, attending from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background equips her with strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of economic policies.
Diverse Professional Background
Choi has a varied professional background that spans both journalism and finance. Her experience includes roles as a Graduate Consultant at Citi, an Economics Policy Intern at the Office of the Bronx Borough President, and a Consultant for the Columbia Impact Investing Initiative. This blend of experiences allows her to approach risk monitoring with a unique perspective informed by her journalism and finance expertise.