Katie Powers
About Katie Powers
Katie Powers is a Compliance Analyst with extensive experience in trading-related solutions, specializing in risk mitigation and compliance. She has a strong background in managing exchange connectivity and has built lasting relationships in the finance industry.
Work at Old Mission
Katie Powers has been serving as a Compliance Analyst at Old Mission since 2021. In this role, she focuses on delivering end-to-end operational solutions that address client needs in areas such as broker-dealer migration, connectivity, risk mitigation, and compliance issues. Her responsibilities include managing compliance-related tasks and ensuring that the solutions provided align with regulatory requirements. Powers leverages her extensive experience in the financial markets to empower her team members, fostering an environment that encourages effective problem-solving and client satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Katie Powers earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from DePaul University. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in trading and financial markets. Powers specializes in designing, managing, and implementing trading-related solutions, with a focus on risk mitigation and compliance. Her knowledge in these areas enables her to effectively address complex challenges in the trading environment, ensuring that client expectations are not only met but exceeded.
Background
Katie Powers has a long-standing career in the financial services industry, having worked for 31 years at Goldman Sachs as Vice President in Prime Services & Clearing-Global Markets from 1990 to 2021. During her tenure, she developed extensive experience in managing exchange connectivity and mitigating risks in equity and futures markets. Powers has built a reputation for resolving trading issues efficiently, which has helped her establish credibility and trust with clients. Her ability to foster long-term relationships has contributed to retaining Tier 1 clients throughout her career.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Katie Powers has demonstrated a proven track record in designing and implementing effective trading solutions that meet client needs. She is recognized for her capability to build rapport with clients, earning mutual respect and credibility in the finance and trading sectors. Powers' expertise in delivering operational solutions has empowered her team to address compliance issues and enhance client satisfaction. Her contributions have significantly impacted the organizations she has been part of, particularly in the areas of risk compliance and market access.