Mahdi Molla
About Mahdi Molla
Mahdi Molla is an Analyst at FINRA, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in international trade and economic policy, having held various analytical and research roles in Washington D.C. and abroad.
Work at FINRA
Mahdi Molla has been employed at FINRA as an Analyst since 2021. He has accumulated three years of experience in this role, contributing to the organization's mission of ensuring market integrity and protecting investors. Prior to his current position, he served as an Associate Analyst at FINRA from 2020 to 2021, where he gained valuable insights into regulatory practices and market analysis.
Previous Experience
Before joining FINRA, Mahdi Molla held various roles that enhanced his analytical skills. He worked as an Intern at the International Trade Administration for three months in 2017, where he supported trade policy initiatives. Additionally, he served as an Intern Analyst at Emerging Strategy in Shanghai for four months in 2018, focusing on market research. He also worked as a Research Assistant at the Institute for International Economic Policy (IIEP) at George Washington University from 2017 to 2019, contributing to research projects in international economics.
Education and Expertise
Mahdi Molla earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Affairs with a Minor in Economics from the Elliott School of International Affairs, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His academic background includes a study period at Donghua University in 2018, where he expanded his understanding of global trade and economic policies. This educational foundation supports his analytical work at FINRA.
Internships and Early Career
Mahdi Molla's early career includes significant internship experiences that shaped his professional development. He interned at the International Trade Administration in 2017 and at Emerging Strategy in Shanghai in 2018. Additionally, he worked as a Staff Assistant at the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design at George Washington University from 2016 to 2017, where he gained administrative and organizational skills that complement his analytical capabilities.