Michelle Howard
About Michelle Howard
Michelle Howard is an Associate Director at UBS, specializing in CFTC Swap and SEC security-based swap governance and conduct risk. She has extensive experience in regulatory compliance, having held positions at various financial institutions, including Sharestates, FINRA, and the National Futures Association.
Work at UBS
Michelle Howard has been serving as an Associate Director at UBS since 2021. In this role, she focuses on governance and conduct risk related to CFTC swaps and SEC security-based swaps. Her position in Stamford, Connecticut, involves overseeing compliance and regulatory matters within the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Regulatory Compliance
Before joining UBS, Michelle Howard held several significant positions in regulatory compliance. She worked at Sharestates as Corporate Regulatory and Compliance Manager from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she was an Associate Principal Examiner at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Senior Compliance Examiner at the National Futures Association (NFA) from 2013 to 2015, focusing on the Swaps Group.
Experience in Financial Services
Michelle Howard's career in the financial services industry includes a role as Derivatives Documentation Manager at AQR Capital Management from 2005 to 2008. Her expertise encompasses areas such as Prime Brokerage and Legal Writing, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Howard earned her Bachelor's degree from Pace University - Lubin School of Business. Her educational background supports her specialization in regulatory compliance, particularly concerning swaps and securities. She possesses a strong foundation in governance and conduct risk, enhancing her effectiveness in her current role.