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Gina Manear

Fallston,MD

Summary

Accomplished risk professional with experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating organizational risks across diverse business lines. Adept at developing and implementing comprehensive risk management frameworks (COSO, NIST, ISO), ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of proactive risk awareness. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, leveraging data-driven insights, and aligning risk strategies with business objectives to safeguard assets, and drive sustainable growth. Recognized for exceptional leadership, analytical acumen, and the ability to navigate complex challenges with innovative solutions.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President, Director Enterprise Risk

T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES
Baltimore, MD
01.2018 - 07.2025
  • Managed multiple concurrent regulatory audits to ensure compliance and accurate reporting, inclusive of corporate advisory services audit (SOC) in excess of $1T in AUM, and corporate financial statement audit (SOX), with no significant or material findings.
  • Responsible for relationship management, contracting, and on-boarding of all third-party consulting and audit resources to optimize external audit staffing and reduce overall costs.
  • Responsible for driving the maturation and execution of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework components in first-line risk management activities that supported the firm.
  • Spearheaded the development of key risk indicators supporting the CFO, CLO, COO, and CRO to monitor organizational performance effectively.
  • Accountable second-line risk officer for the execution of RCSAs, process efficiency reviews, external audit preparation, and internal control assessments to reduce operational risks across first-line business, technology, and risk teams during an ongoing multi-million-dollar technology outsourcing exercise.
  • Identified and evaluated potential threats to the organization's operations, personnel, assets, and reputation, inclusive of fraud, technology, and process risk, providing compelling reporting to the Board and Management Committee for the execution of risk-based strategic decisions.
  • Devised strategic plans for risk mitigation in conjunction with senior leadership to proactively manage and execute against annual objectives.

Vice President, Senior Manager Risk and Compliance

T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES
Owings Mills, MD
04.2011 - 01.2018
  • Directed and advanced vendor management and oversight programs for all custody, outsourced accounting, and securities lending providers in excess of $100B of AUM, inclusive of global due diligence site visits.
  • Developed recommendations to support senior management by producing business unit metrics on quality, performance, and risk to facilitate operational risk management.
  • Served as a thought leader within the industry (SIFMA Asset Managers Group, ISITC) to develop best practices and benchmark internal risk management and compliance practices, which educated and drove consistency in risk management practices across global asset managers.
  • Implemented, managed, and monitored compliance and risk management policies across global investment operations, treasury, and client service functions, ensuring adherence to ever-changing global regulatory environment.
  • Developed and implemented key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor performance across business operations, assisting business leaders in overall management of risk profile.
  • Designed and implemented staffing and organizational model for business risk, compliance, and vendor management teams within investment operations to support changing business landscape before, during and after significant outsourcing activities.

Client Administration Manager, Retirement Plan Services

T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES
Owings Mills, MD
01.2003 - 04.2011
  • Managed over 25 associates in 2 U.S. sites.
  • Led recruitment, selection, and retention of associates within the Retirement Services department; conducted performance counseling, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
  • Implemented, managed, and drove projects and initiatives that initiated change to address changing regulatory landscape and new product delivery to stay a world-class service provider to clients and increase firm revenue.
  • Worked with associates to direct, guide, manage, and coordinate over 100 retirement plans and associated activities in accordance with ERISA, IRS, and DOL policies; oversaw direct reports and indirect internal groups to provide outstanding service to the $500M+ client base, ensuring tax qualification status of retirement plan business with state and federal regulations.
  • Coordinated operational service delivery by partnering with, and overseeing, various internal departments and external vendors, allowing effective and efficient execution of client’s retirement plans to reduce cost and increase firm revenue.
  • Oversaw client satisfaction of retirement plan operational services provided by the firm, with the goal of enhancing institutional relationships and increasing client satisfaction scores.

Retirement Plan Services - Plan Coordinator, Senior Plan Coordinator

T. ROWE PRICE ASSOCIATES
Owings Mills, MD
  • Served as liaison between retirement plan administrators and internal departments to administer 401(k), 403(b), 457, and 401(a) plans.
  • Communicated with various clients to resolve administrative issues, reconcile accounts, and respond to questions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Political Science, Criminal Justice Concentration

Hood College
Frederick, MD

Justice Semester - Criminal Forensic Studies

American University
Washington, DC

Skills

  • Executive, Team & Individual leadership
  • Vendor Management
  • Associate Coaching & Development
  • Process Improvement
  • Operations Management
  • eGRC Applications (Archer, Workiva)
  • Tableau & Microsoft Platforms
  • Data analysis

Professional Development

  • Lean Six Sigma Certified
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Member ISITC
  • Co-Chair SIFMA, Asset Managers Group Operational Risk Committee

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