Racquel Russell
About Racquel Russell
Racquel Russell serves as the Senior Vice President of Capital Markets at FINRA, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a JD/MBA from the University at Buffalo and has extensive experience in legal and financial roles, including positions at the SEC and JPMorganChase.
Current Role at FINRA
Racquel Russell serves as the Senior Vice President of Capital Markets at FINRA. She has held this position since 2021 and is based in Washington, DC. In her role, she oversees various aspects of capital markets operations, contributing to regulatory frameworks and compliance within the financial sector.
Previous Experience at FINRA
Prior to her current role, Racquel Russell worked at FINRA as Associate General Counsel from 2008 to 2021. During her tenure, she provided legal guidance on regulatory matters and contributed to the development of policies affecting the financial industry.
Education and Expertise
Racquel Russell achieved a JD/MBA from the University at Buffalo School of Law and Canisius College, studying Finance Transactions from 1996 to 2000. She also studied at the University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School, enhancing her expertise in finance and law. Additionally, she holds a BA from the University at Buffalo School of Management, obtained from 1991 to 1995.
Career Background
Racquel Russell has a diverse background in the financial and regulatory sectors. She worked as Vice President at JPMorganChase in London for one year from 2007 to 2008. Before that, she served as Branch Chief at the US Securities and Exchange Commission from 2001 to 2007, where she managed regulatory compliance and enforcement actions.