Patrick T.

Experience

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  Columbia University

  Part-Time Lecturer

  Sep 2018 - Present

  Columbia University offers a distinguished learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students, noted for its research excellence and located in New York City.

  • Mentored graduate students in advanced risk management techniques applicable to real-world industry scenarios.
  • Developed course content on modern risk topics such as Cybersecurity and Technology Resilience, integrating academic theory with practical application.
  • Focused on emerging risk areas by teaching a structured framework for analyzing and managing non-financial risks.
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  FINRA

  Director: Strategic Intelligence & Analytics

  Nov 2014 - Sep 2025

  FINRA is dedicated to protecting investors and safeguarding market integrity in a manner that facilitates vibrant capital markets.

  • Led the development and execution of an enterprise-wide RCA program that assessed and reported on major operational and regulatory risks for over 600,000 registered participants.
  • Managed a team to deliver complex risk analysis dashboards that supported high-profile investigations and oversight operations.
  • Directed a comprehensive data privacy initiative improving FINRA's compliance posture across multiple regulatory domains.
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  Sungard Availability Services

  Principal - Operational Risk & Resiliency Practice

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2014

  Sungard Availability Services provides managed infrastructure and recovery services to help businesses maintain continuous operations.

  • Advised clients on strengthening business resilience through comprehensive risk assessments and developing recovery plans aligned with industry standards.
  • Applied CERT Resilience Management Model to enhance operational resilience and information lifecycle management.
  • Utilized advanced analytics and visualization tools to transform vulnerability data into actionable strategic insights.
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  Gupton Marrs International, Inc.

  Senior Manager - Risk and Technology Practice

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

  Gupton Marrs International, Inc. is a leader in managerial process design, helping organizations address modern market challenges through transformation initiatives.

  • Led Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) engagements across diverse sectors, enhancing client process integrity.
  • Enabled SOX compliance readiness for clients, streamlining risk management operations through comprehensive process mapping and documentation.
  • Implemented innovative board reporting tools to increase transparency in organizational risk oversight.
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  BearingPoint

  Senior Manager - Risk and Compliance Practice

  Jan 2005 - Dec 2009

  BearingPoint is a management consultancy firm focused on driving operational and strategic change through technology and data solutions.

  • Directed delivery of compliance solutions leveraging frameworks like FFIEC, aligning complex processes with regulatory mandates.
  • Enhanced a client's enterprise information risk management processes through innovative data governance solutions and executive reporting practices.
  • Developed standardized global data privacy protocols, ensuring cross-departmental alignment and regulatory compliance.

• Acumen Solutions

  Director, Northeast

  Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

  Acumen Solutions, now part of Salesforce, is a business consulting firm specializing in digital transformation and technology solutions.

  • Established a new office branch, steering operational growth and developing a high-performing technical consulting team.
  • Led a significant project for a global bank to overhaul its data warehouse processes, enhancing governance and analytical capabilities.
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  EY

  Director

  Jan 2001 - Dec 2004

  EY provides consulting, assurance, tax, and transaction services to help clients tackle their toughest challenges and build a better working world.

  • Led the innovation and delivery of SOX and HIPAA technology solutions during high-pressure compliance periods.
  • Successfully presented and implemented outsourced risk management programs to Fortune 500 executives, enhancing client compliance frameworks.

• Kinderhook Systems / Xpedior Northeast

  Director/VP

  Jan 1995 - Dec 2001

  Kinderhook Systems / Xpedior Northeast was a consulting firm focused on innovative business transformation services.

  • Grew company revenue from $500K to $21M through strategic client delivery and innovative business development initiatives as a key founding team member.
  • Played an integral role in the firm's acquisition process by Xpedior, ensuring sustainable scaling of consulting services.