Wendy Olson
About Wendy Olson
Wendy Olson is the Vice President of Wealth Management Supervision & Surveillance at Wedbush Securities, where she has worked since 2023. She has a background in compliance and supervision, with previous roles at Allstate Investments and The Standard, and holds a BA in Political Science from California State University, San Francisco.
Current Role at Wedbush Securities
Wendy Olson serves as the Vice President of Wealth Management Supervision & Surveillance at Wedbush Securities. She has held this position since 2023 and operates remotely from Portland, Oregon. In her current role, she focuses on overseeing compliance and surveillance within the wealth management sector, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies.
Previous Experience at Wedbush Securities
Prior to her current role, Wendy Olson worked at Wedbush Securities as the Vice President of Compliance Testing & Surveillance from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure, she was responsible for implementing compliance testing protocols and surveillance measures to mitigate risks and enhance regulatory adherence within the organization.
Professional Background in Compliance
Wendy Olson has extensive experience in compliance roles across various organizations. She served as the Chief Compliance Officer at The Standard for StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc. and StanCorp Equities, Inc. from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she held the position of Director & Chief Compliance Officer at Allstate Investments from 2011 to 2013, where she managed compliance frameworks and ensured regulatory compliance.
Education and Academic Background
Wendy Olson studied at California State University, San Francisco, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. She also attended Michigan State University, furthering her academic pursuits. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in compliance and regulatory affairs.
Skills and Professional Attributes
Wendy Olson is recognized for her detail-oriented and organized approach to her work. She is a self-starting and self-motivated professional, proactive in learning new information. Her skills include issue and trend identification, troubleshooting, research, and resolution. She has significant experience in authoring written reports for boards of directors and audit committees, as well as developing procedural and process manuals.