Robert C. Page
About Robert C. Page
Robert C. Page serves as the Senior Director and Head of Operational Risk Management at Sallie Mae, bringing extensive experience in risk management from previous roles at major financial institutions. He holds a BA in History from Washington College and an MBA from Penn State University, and has a diverse background in operational risk oversight, strategic planning, and brand management.
Current Position at Sallie Mae
Robert C. Page serves as the Senior Director and Head of Operational Risk Management at Sallie Mae since 2022. In this role, he oversees the operational risk management framework, ensuring that the organization effectively identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks associated with its operations. His leadership in this position is crucial for maintaining the integrity and reliability of Sallie Mae's services in the financial sector.
Previous Experience at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Robert C. Page held multiple positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from 2013 to 2021. He worked as a Risk Senior Manager in Card Services, focusing on Operational Risk Oversight from 2013 to 2015. He then advanced to Executive Director roles, managing Firmwide Operational Risk Event Data Management from 2016 to 2019 and Compliance Conduct Risk Analysis & Reporting from 2019 to 2021. His experience at JPMorgan Chase contributed significantly to his expertise in operational risk management.
Education and Expertise
Robert C. Page earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Washington College, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He later pursued an MBA at Penn State University's Smeal College of Business, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. His educational background, combined with his professional experience in operational risk management, strategic planning, and multi-channel marketing, provides him with a well-rounded perspective in his field.
Career at Bank of America
Robert C. Page worked at Bank of America in various senior roles from 2007 to 2011. He served as SVP for Global Card Services Strategy and Chief of Staff, and later as SVP for Payments and Savings Products. His responsibilities included strategic planning and integration management, which enhanced his operational risk management skills. His tenure at Bank of America laid a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in risk management.
Experience in Operational Risk Management
Robert C. Page has extensive experience in operational risk management across various financial institutions. His roles at Citi and Wells Fargo further solidified his expertise in this area. At Citi, he was SVP of Credit Card Portfolio Management, focusing on Operational Risk Management & Reporting. At Wells Fargo, he served as SVP and Reporting and Governance Senior Director. His diverse background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of risk management in both consumer and small business lending sectors.