Michael Little, Cfa
About Michael Little, Cfa
Michael Little, CFA, serves as the Director of Strategic Data and Technology at FINRA, where he has implemented product development processes and led initiatives in data analytics. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Virginia Tech and an MBA, along with executive education from Columbia Business School and The Wharton School.
Current Role at FINRA
Michael Little serves as the Director of Strategic Data and Technology at FINRA, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing product development processes aimed at delivering minimal viable products for regulatory staff. His work involves leveraging data and technology to enhance regulatory functions and improve operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Moody's Corporation
Prior to his current role, Michael Little worked at Moody's Corporation in various capacities. He served as the Senior Director of Technology Solutions from 2016 to 2021, where he led initiatives in technology and analytics. He also held the position of Head of Risk Management at Moody's Analytics from 2019 to 2021, focusing on risk assessment and management strategies.
Education and Expertise
Michael Little holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Virginia Tech. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Tech. Additionally, he completed Executive Education programs in Leadership & Strategy at Columbia Business School and Leadership Development at The Wharton School.
Background in Technology and Consulting
Michael Little has extensive experience in technology and consulting roles. He worked as the Director of Technology Program Management & Business Analysis at LexisNexis from 2002 to 2008. He also served as the Director of Consulting Services for Capital Markets at CGI from 2008 to 2011, and as Director of Financial Services Consulting at Web Visibility Media, LLC from 2011 to 2012.
Achievements in Data Analytics
Throughout his career, Michael Little has made significant contributions to data analytics and technology. He led the creation of cloud-native applications to enhance regulatory investigations using Big Data insights. Additionally, he developed a staff upskilling program that focused on transitioning from traditional desktop tools to advanced data analytics.