Zachary Reeder
About Zachary Reeder
Zachary Reeder is a Product Manager at FINRA, with a diverse background in product ownership and financial analysis. He has held various roles at organizations such as Sodexo and Choice Hotels International, where he implemented significant process improvements and cost savings.
Work at FINRA
Zachary Reeder has been employed at FINRA as a Product Manager since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and management, contributing to the organization’s mission of protecting investors and ensuring market integrity. His tenure at FINRA spans four years, during which he has utilized his extensive experience in product management to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience at Sodexo
Zachary Reeder held multiple positions at Sodexo from 2009 to 2018. He began as an Accountant, then transitioned to roles including Financial Analyst and Product Owner, and later served as Senior Manager of Program Implementation. His responsibilities included managing product ownership and program implementation, which allowed him to develop skills in financial management and operational strategy. His time at Sodexo totaled six years, primarily in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Experience at Choice Hotels International
From 2018 to 2020, Zachary Reeder worked as a Product Manager for Global Sales Technology at Choice Hotels International. In this role, he focused on enhancing the user experience of mobile applications and optimizing SaaS platform integrations. His efforts led to significant increases in user engagement and RFP integration, demonstrating his capability in driving product success and improving operational processes.
Background in Accounting and Finance
Zachary Reeder began his career in accounting, working as an Accounts Receivable Accountant at Institutional Shareholder Services from 2005 to 2008. This foundational experience in finance provided him with a solid understanding of financial processes and accounting principles. He later expanded his expertise in financial analysis and management during his tenure at Sodexo.
Achievements in Product Management
Throughout his career, Zachary Reeder has achieved notable results in product management. He leveraged AI to automate qualitative analysis, significantly reducing process time by 65%. Additionally, he developed an ETL algorithm that improved RFP win rates by 39%. His strategic initiatives have consistently led to enhanced efficiency and increased revenue opportunities across the organizations he has worked for.