Corey Klemmer, Cfa, Esq.
About Corey Klemmer, Cfa, Esq.
Corey Klemmer, CFA, Esq. serves as Policy Counsel for the Division of Corporate Finance at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. With a background in law and finance, Klemmer focuses on corporate social responsibility and responsible investing, drawing on extensive experience across various sectors.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Corey Klemmer serves as Policy Counsel for the Division of Corporate Finance in the Office of the Chair at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to regulatory frameworks and policies that govern corporate finance. His role involves engaging with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and promote responsible investing practices.
Previous Experience at AFL-CIO
Before joining the SEC, Corey Klemmer worked as an Analyst in Corporations and Capital Markets at AFL-CIO from 2015 to 2018. During his tenure in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, he focused on analyzing corporate governance and capital market issues, providing insights that informed labor's investment strategies.
Educational Background and Legal Expertise
Corey Klemmer holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from Tulane University Law School, where he studied Corporate Social Responsibility and Socially Responsible Investing from 2010 to 2013. He also earned an LLB from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2006, focusing on International Law, Human Rights, and Economic History. Additionally, he studied Sustainable Metropolitan Development at FGV Direito-Rio and Comparative Business and Corporate Law at Esade.
Experience in Corporate Engagement and Advocacy
Klemmer has extensive experience in corporate engagement and advocacy for responsible investing. He served as Director of Corporate Engagement at Domini Impact Investments LLC from 2018 to 2021, where he worked on operationalizing corporate social responsibility and addressing fiduciary duties. His advocacy includes promoting forward-thinking investor perspectives on systemic risk and human capital management.
Grassroots Organizing and Stakeholder Engagement
Corey Klemmer has been involved in grassroots organizing, complementing his legal and policy work. He has experience interfacing with a diverse range of stakeholders, including NGOs, government entities, organized labor, and investors. His ability to engage with these groups enhances his effectiveness in promoting responsible investment practices.