Kathryn Chen
About Kathryn Chen
Kathryn Chen serves as Vice President at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where she has worked since 1999, contributing to various analytical projects related to monetary policy and financial stability. She holds an MBA from New York University and a BA in International Relations from The Johns Hopkins University.
Work at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Kathryn Chen has served as Vice President at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 1999, marking 25 years in this role. In her position, she has contributed to various analytical efforts, particularly in monetary policy implementation and foreign reserves management. She has managed a team that develops and maintains analytical and forecasting models related to the Federal Reserve's balance sheet. Additionally, she has experience in assessing the linkages between financial market infrastructure design and its impact on market functioning and financial stability.
Previous Experience at International Media Partners
Before joining the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Kathryn Chen worked as Program Director at International Media Partners from 1992 to 1998. During her six years in this role, she gained valuable experience in program management and strategic planning, which contributed to her professional development and expertise in financial analysis.
Education and Expertise
Kathryn Chen holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from New York University, where she studied from 1998 to 1999. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Relations with a concentration in East Asian Studies from The Johns Hopkins University, attending from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her analytical work in finance and economic policy.
Leadership in Financial Analysis
In her current role, Kathryn Chen has led the creation and leadership of a team focused on analyzing the impact of reforms on over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives markets. She has held previous positions within the Markets Group and Bank Supervision Group, where she focused on liquidity and interest rate risk, treasury market policy, and foreign exchange and investments. Her leadership in these areas has contributed to the Federal Reserve's understanding of market dynamics.