Shelley M. Brown Philips MBA MSc Pmp Lssgb Spc5
About Shelley M. Brown Philips MBA MSc Pmp Lssgb Spc5
Shelley M. Brown Philips is a Senior Leader in Technology Portfolio and Program Management at FINRA, with a strong background in process improvement, data analytics, and change management. She has held leadership roles at Women in Technology and possesses multiple advanced degrees and certifications in business administration, project management, and technology.
Work at FINRA
Shelley M. Brown Philips serves as a Senior Leader in Technology Portfolio and Program Management at FINRA, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she manages a technology portfolio with a substantial budget of approximately $800 million. Her responsibilities include overseeing program management initiatives and ensuring that technology projects align with organizational goals.
Leadership Role at Women in Technology
Since 2020, Shelley has held the position of Chair for Girls in Technology (GIT) at Women in Technology (WIT) in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. In this leadership role, she focuses on empowering young women in technology, promoting education and career opportunities in the field. Her tenure has been marked by initiatives aimed at fostering interest and participation among girls in technology-related activities.
Education and Expertise
Shelley M. Brown Philips has an extensive educational background. She earned her MBA in Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Additionally, she completed an Executive Management and Leadership program at MIT Sloan School of Management. She also studied Business Analytics at The Wharton School and holds a Master of Science in Project Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
Certifications and Professional Development
Shelley holds multiple certifications that reflect her expertise in various areas. She is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, certified in Tableau Visual Analytics, and a Prosci Certified Change Manager. Additionally, she is a SAFe Program Consultant and has completed training in Cloud Computing, specifically in Amazon Web Services. Her certifications emphasize her skills in process improvement, data visualization, change management, and agile practices.
Background in Mortgage Banking
Shelley has a background in mortgage banking, having achieved accreditation as a Mortgage Bankers Association Accredited Mortgage Professional. She studied Managing Mortgage Banking Profitability & Risk, Real Estate Finance, and Strategic Planning for Mortgage Bankers at the MBA School of Mortgage Banking. This background contributes to her comprehensive understanding of financial processes and risk management.