Raymond Champlin
About Raymond Champlin
Raymond Champlin is an Associate Principal Examiner at FINRA, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in Business/Managerial Economics and extensive experience in compliance and trading within financial markets.
Work at FINRA
Raymond Champlin has been serving as an Associate Principal Examiner at FINRA since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for developing and providing training on compliance programs aimed at mitigating regulatory and reputational risks. His work involves ensuring that compliance measures are effectively communicated and implemented within the organization.
Previous Experience at BP
Before joining FINRA, Champlin worked as a Compliance Analyst at BP from 2008 to 2018. During his ten years at BP, he focused on compliance-related activities, contributing to the company's adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies.
Options Regulation at FINRA
Champlin previously held a position at FINRA in Options Regulation from 2018 to 2020 in the Greater Chicago Area. In this capacity, he engaged in regulatory oversight of options trading, ensuring compliance with industry standards and practices.
Education and Expertise
Raymond Champlin studied at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business/Managerial Economics from 1977 to 1979. His educational background supports his extensive experience in compliance and regulatory roles within the financial sector.
Experience in Trading and Compliance
Champlin has extensive experience in both Exchange and Over-the-Counter (OTC) markets, having worked as an options trader and commodity broker. This background provides him with a comprehensive understanding of the trading environment and the compliance challenges associated with it.