Christina Branche
About Christina Branche
Christina Branche is a Consumer Compliance Senior Associate at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where she has worked since 2014. She has a strong background in law and taxation, holding a Master of Laws and a Juris Doctor from Temple University, and has experience in various legal roles, including positions at Citi and the Federal Reserve Banks.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Christina Branche has served as a Consumer Compliance Senior Associate at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2014. In this role, she focuses on ensuring compliance with consumer protection laws and regulations. Her work contributes to the overall mission of the Federal Reserve in promoting a stable financial system. With nearly a decade of experience in this position, she plays a key role in the bank's regulatory framework.
Previous Experience in Banking and Law
Prior to her current role, Branche worked as a Senior Bank Examiner at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York from 2014 to 2021. She also held the position of Assistant Bank Examiner at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia for a year. Her earlier legal experience includes roles as a Document Review Attorney at Hire Counsel and Excelerate Discovery, as well as a Tax Law Editor at BNA/Beacon Hill Staffing.
Educational Background in Law and Taxation
Christina Branche obtained her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law, where she studied from 2005 to 2008. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Laws (LLM) in Taxation from the same institution between 2009 and 2010. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and French, and Law and Society from Cornell University, completed in 2005.
Specialization in Taxation and Compliance
Branche specializes in white collar crime defense and criminal taxation, areas that are integral to her work in compliance. Her expertise extends to securities regulations, enhancing her contributions to the Bank Regulatory Group. This specialization supports her role in navigating complex legal frameworks and compliance requirements within the financial sector.
Involvement in Organizational Change at Citi
Since 2021, Christina Branche has been working as an Assistant General Counsel at Citi. She is involved in the global transformation of Citi, focusing on enhancing the enterprise-wide compliance program. This role indicates her participation in significant organizational change initiatives aimed at improving compliance and regulatory practices within the institution.