Whitney Evans
About Whitney Evans
Whitney Evans serves as the Assistant Director at FINRA, where she has worked since 2020, focusing on national initiatives to combat financial crimes. She holds a law degree from American University Washington College of Law and a BA in Communications and Political Science from the University of Michigan.
Work at FINRA
Whitney Evans has served as Assistant Director at FINRA since 2020. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she oversees national programs aimed at detecting and preventing financial crimes. Her role involves contributing to initiatives that address financial misconduct on a national scale, reflecting her commitment to enhancing the integrity of financial markets.
Education and Expertise
Whitney Evans earned her Juris Doctor from American University Washington College of Law, where she studied from 2009 to 2012. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Political Science from the University of Michigan, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial crime detection and prevention.
Background
Whitney Evans has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in legal and dispute resolution contexts. She worked as a Legal Intern at the American Arbitration Association International Center for Dispute Resolution in 2011 for two months. Additionally, she served as a Dean's Fellow at the War Crimes Research Office from 2010 to 2011 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Achievements
In her current position at FINRA, Whitney Evans has contributed to national initiatives focused on detecting financial crimes. Her work is integral to the organization's efforts to maintain market integrity and protect investors from financial misconduct.