Mort Aasland
About Mort Aasland
Mort Aasland is the Vice President of Equities Compliance at Jefferies & Company, with previous experience at Merrill Lynch, NASDAQ, and NASD.
Current Position at Jefferies & Company
Mort Aasland serves as the Vice President of Equities Compliance at Jefferies & Company. He has held this role since departing his previous positions. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing equities compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and managing compliance risks associated with equity trading.
Previous Role at Merrill Lynch
Prior to his current role, Mort Aasland worked at Merrill Lynch as the Director of Equities Compliance from 1998 to 2005. Over his seven years with the company, he was responsible for directing compliance programs and initiatives related to equity markets, providing vital oversight to ensure regulatory compliance.
Experience at NASDAQ
Before joining Merrill Lynch, Mort Aasland gained experience at NASDAQ, where he served as an Analyst from 1997 to 1998. During his tenure, he focused on analytical tasks related to equity markets, which laid the groundwork for his future roles in compliance.
Background at NASD
Mort Aasland began his career in the financial industry at NASD, working as an Analyst from 1996 to 1997. His work involved tasks critical to equity market analysis and regulation, providing a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in equities compliance.
Education at The College of New Jersey
Mort Aasland earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business from The College of New Jersey, studying from 1991 to 1995. His academic background in business provided a solid foundation for his career in equities compliance.