🏛️ The Leadership Shuffle

In a significant leadership change, Katherine Reilly has been appointed as the Acting Inspector General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move comes as Deborah Jeffrey, who has been the SEC’s Inspector General since 2023, steps down into retirement. Reilly, who has been serving as the Deputy Inspector General at the SEC, is no stranger to the responsibilities of her new role.

📜 A Wealth of Experience

Katherine Reilly’s career is marked by a series of impressive roles. Before joining the SEC, she was deeply involved in the legal and oversight sectors. From starting as an antitrust lawyer at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to taking on significant positions at the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS-OIG) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Reilly has worn many hats. Her journey at the SEC began in 2020, and she has since held various pivotal roles, including that of Acting Deputy Inspector General for Investigations.

🎓 Academic Credibility

Reilly’s educational background is nothing short of stellar. She holds degrees from Johns Hopkins University and Harvard Law School, where she made a mark as the Editor-in-Chief of the Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Law Review. Her academic pursuits didn’t stop there—Reilly also earned her Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctorate degrees from The University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Laws degree from The University of Melbourne in Australia.

🔍 Why This Matters

The SEC’s Office of Inspector General plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness of the SEC’s operations. With Reilly at the helm, the office is expected to continue its mission of rigorous oversight. As SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins puts it, > “Katherine possesses the experience and expertise to continue these oversight efforts. We also thank Deb for her leadership and dedication in this area during these past two years.”