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Kathryn Rea

Freehold

Summary

Dynamic National Bank Examiner with twenty years of experience in multiple roles at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), excelling in risk governance and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in leading teams to enhance bank supervision and operational risk management, while fostering collaboration and training future leaders in the financial sector.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director

Office of the Comptroller of the Treasury
Edison
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed 70 employees, cultivating a collaborative environment to strengthen bank supervision across financial sectors.
  • Supported bank supervision efforts as the Geographic Team Point of Contact, enhancing skills in commercial credit, BSA/AML, consumer compliance, and operational risk.
  • Developed critical knowledge of risk trends in OCC institutions by collaborating with Assistant Deputy Comptrollers and Examiners-In-Charge to meet resource priorities.

National Bank Examiner

Office of the Comptroller of the Treasury
Edison
06.2005 - Current
  • Led and developed examination teams to ensure banks operated safely and complied with regulations, leveraging twenty years of risk-based supervision experience.
  • Managed and trained bank examiners, enhancing their skills in risk identification and mitigation through leadership roles and mentorship.
  • Evaluated enterprise risk management and financial strategies, advising on compliance with banking regulations and BSA/AML standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance and Marketing

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2005

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Financial analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Employee training
  • Operational risk management
  • Collaboration skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Director

Office of the Comptroller of the Treasury
04.2023 - Current

National Bank Examiner

Office of the Comptroller of the Treasury
06.2005 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Finance and Marketing

Syracuse University