Stacey Bowers
About Stacey Bowers
Stacey Bowers serves as the Director of the Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position she has held since 2024. She has an extensive background in law and education, having previously worked as a staff attorney at the SEC and as a professor at the University of Denver.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Stacey Bowers serves as the Director of the Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. She has held this position since 2024, focusing on advocating for the needs of small businesses in capital formation. This role involves engaging with small business owners and stakeholders to understand their challenges and promote policies that facilitate access to capital.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Prior to her current role, Stacey Bowers worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Staff Attorney from 1992 to 1994. During her tenure, she contributed to legal matters related to securities regulation, gaining valuable experience in the regulatory landscape.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Stacey Bowers has an extensive academic background, having studied at the University of Denver. She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law from 1989 to 1992. Additionally, she achieved a PhD in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Denver from 2007 to 2011 and a Master of Library and Information Science (M.L.I.S.) from 2005 to 2006. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from the University of Pittsburgh, completed from 1984 to 1988.
Teaching and Leadership Roles
Stacey Bowers has held several academic positions, including serving as a Professor of the Practice of Law at the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law from 2020 to 2024. She also directed the Corporate & Commercial Law Program at the same institution from 2019 to 2024. In addition, she acted as a Faculty Advisor for Pioneer Venture Group from 2018 to 2024, guiding students and faculty in matters related to venture capital and entrepreneurship.
Professional Experience in Corporate Law
Before her academic roles, Stacey Bowers worked as Securities Counsel at J.D. Edwards from 1997 to 2000. In this capacity, she provided legal guidance on securities matters, further enhancing her expertise in corporate law and compliance. Her diverse professional background spans both legal practice and education, contributing to her current advocacy work.