Adrienne A. Harris is the Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS), where she plays a pivotal role in overseeing the financial services industry in one of the world's largest financial markets. Appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul and confirmed in January 2022, Harris brings a wealth of experience from both the private and public sectors to her position. Her career is distinguished by her deep expertise in financial regulation, policy-making, and her commitment to consumer protection.

As Superintendent, Harris has prioritized fostering innovation in financial services, enhancing consumer protection, and addressing climate-related financial risks. She has been a vocal advocate for leveraging technology to improve financial services while ensuring robust regulatory frameworks to protect consumers. Her focus on climate risk underscores her forward-thinking approach, recognizing the long-term impacts of climate change on financial stability.

Before her tenure at DFS, Harris made significant strides in both the private and public sectors. Her public service includes notable roles during the Obama administration, such as Special Assistant to President Barack Obama for Economic Policy and Senior Advisor at the U.S. Treasury Department. In these capacities, she contributed to critical economic policy decisions during a pivotal time for the U.S. economy. After leaving the White House, Harris went on to serve as General Counsel and Chief Business Officer at States Title, Inc. (now DOMA), which provides a more simple and affordable closing experience for homebuyers.

Harris also served as a Professor and as Faculty Co-Director at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy's Center on Finance, Law and Policy at the University of Michigan as well as a Senior Advisor at the Brunswick Group in Washington, D.C.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in international relations from the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School and an MBA from New York University Stern School of Business.

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