Jonathan Paret Named Securities Industry Association Director Of Public Policy

The Securities Industry Association today announced that effective November 1, Jonathan R. Paret, vice president and legislative counsel, will assume a new role as director of public policy. In this new role, he will be responsible for identifying developments and recommending strategic approaches in securities legislation and regulation.

"Jon's extensive experience representing the industry on Capitol Hill has been and will continue to be a valuable asset for SIA and our member-firms. We are pleased that Jon has agreed to continue to provide the benefit of his counsel," said Marc E. Lackritz, SIA president.

Steve Judge, senior vice president, government affairs, will assume Paret's lobbying duties until a replacement is named.