Bernadette (Maguire) Russell
About Bernadette (Maguire) Russell
Bernadette (Maguire) Russell serves as the Chief Product Owner at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a position she has held since 2021. With a strong background in finance and technology, she has previously held senior roles at NYSE and the Federal Reserve.
Work at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Bernadette Russell has served as Chief Product Owner at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2021. In this role, she oversees product development initiatives and ensures alignment with the bank's strategic goals. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within the organization, including Assistant Vice President from 2017 to 2021 and Officer in Application Development from 2014 to 2017. During her tenure, she successfully executed a complete application rewrite of 1 million lines of mainframe code to a distributed Java platform for the Fedwire securities project, managing a team of over 100 employees and contractors.
Previous Experience at NYSE
Before joining the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Bernadette Russell worked at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) for nearly two decades. She began her career there as HRIS Director from 1988 to 2007, followed by a role as Senior Director from 2007 to 2011. During her time at NYSE, she led the compliance system rewrite for listed companies, overseeing the RFP process, vendor selection, and contract negotiations. Additionally, she developed and managed the corporate intranet, which improved employee engagement and productivity.
Educational Background
Bernadette Russell holds an MBA in Finance from the Fordham Gabelli School of Business, where she studied from 1992 to 1996. She also earned a BA in Computer Science from Iona University, completing her studies from 1984 to 1988. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in product ownership and application development within the financial sector.
Career Progression and Roles
Bernadette Russell has progressed through various roles in her career, demonstrating a strong expertise in product management and application development. After her initial role at NYSE, she transitioned to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where she served as Senior Manager from 2011 to 2014. Following this, she held the position of Officer in Application Development and then Assistant Vice President before becoming Chief Product Owner. Her career reflects a consistent focus on technology and compliance within financial institutions.