Lauren Silfen
About Lauren Silfen
Lauren Silfen serves as the Supervision Lead for CCAR, Funding & Liquidity, RRP, and Governance at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. She has extensive experience in regulatory issues, having worked with global banks and led communication with the Federal Reserve Board of Governors.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Lauren Silfen serves as the Supervision Lead for CCAR, Funding & Liquidity, RRP, and Governance at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. She has held this position since 2012, contributing to the oversight of systemically important financial institutions. Her work focuses on the implications of regulatory changes and involves collaboration with both global and U.S. regulators to enhance the safety and soundness of financial institutions. Silfen also partners with domestic regulatory agencies to conduct joint examinations of large global institutions.
Education and Academic Background
Lauren Silfen has an extensive academic background in economics and finance. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Cornell University. She furthered her studies at NYU Stern School of Business, obtaining an MBA with a focus on Economics and International Finance. Silfen also holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership from Columbia University, which she completed from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, she attended the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, where she completed the Securities Industry Institute.
Previous Experience at UBS AG
Prior to her current role, Lauren Silfen worked at UBS AG as an Executive Director in Group Treasury from 2001 to 2011. During her tenure, she was based in New York and was involved in various financial management activities. Her experience at UBS contributed to her expertise in funding and liquidity management within the banking sector.
Experience at PaineWebber Incorporated
Lauren Silfen also held the position of Senior Vice President and Deputy Treasurer at PaineWebber Incorporated from 1988 to 2001. Her role involved significant responsibilities in treasury management and financial operations. This experience laid the groundwork for her later positions in the financial services industry.
Regulatory Engagement and Communication
In her current role, Lauren Silfen maintains dialogue on regulatory issues with senior executives at global banks. She has led communications with institutions and delivered presentations to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors and senior staff. Her efforts in regulatory engagement are aimed at fostering understanding and compliance among financial institutions regarding evolving regulatory frameworks.