Press Release: Florence Harmon Named Deputy Secretary; 2006-186; Nov. 7, 2006
Florence E. Harmon was appointed Deputy Secretary of the SEC in 2006 based on her distinguished legal career and regulatory expertise, with no allegations of fraud, charges, or misconduct mentioned in the press release.
Florence E. Harmon was named Deputy Secretary of the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 7, 2006, following her role as Senior Special Counsel in the Division of Market Regulation since 2001. She has extensive experience in securities law, having supervised the review of self-regulatory organization rule filings and developed procedures to support SEC enforcement, and previously worked as a partner at a law firm representing brokerage firms and financial institutions. No fraud, financial penalties, or legal charges are associated with this announcement—it is solely a personnel promotion recognizing her professional accomplishments.
On November 7, 2006, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced the appointment of Florence E. Harmon as its new Deputy Secretary, effective immediately. Harmon, 47, had served since 2001 as Senior Special Counsel in the Division of Market Regulation, where she oversaw the analysis of complex self-regulatory organization rule filings, including those for derivative products and non-conventional investments. Prior to joining the SEC in 1997, she was a partner at Fowler White Boggs Bank P.A. in Tampa, representing brokerage firms, financial institutions, and corporate clients in securities litigation. She began her legal career as a law clerk to Judge Jack T. Camp of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. Harmon holds a J.D. with honors from the University of Georgia, a Master’s in English from the University of Virginia, and a B.A. from Emory University, and is a member of the Florida Bar. SEC Secretary Nancy M. Morris praised Harmon’s legal acumen, judgment, and collaborative skills, stating her expertise would strengthen the agency’s mission to protect investors and maintain fair markets. There is no mention of any fraud, misconduct, investigation, or financial penalty—this announcement is purely a recognition of her distinguished career and promotion within the SEC.
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Florence Harmon Named Deputy Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2006-186 Washington, D.C., Nov. 7, 2006 - The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today the selection of Florence E. Harmon to serve as the agency's Deputy Secretary. Ms. Harmon, 47, is currently Senior Special Counsel in the Division of Market Regulation. She has served in that capacity since August 2001, and is responsible for supervising staff in reviewing and analyzing complex self-regulatory organization (SRO) rule filings, including listing standards for derivative products and other non-conventional investments. Ms. Harmon is also responsible for developing rules on SRO processes and procedures to support Commission action. Ms. Harmon joined the SEC in 1997. SEC Secretary Nancy M. Morris said, "Florence has a well-deserved reputation within both the Commission and the securities industry for her legal acumen, keen judgment, and ability to work effectively with others. Our mission to protect investors, maintain fair markets and facilitate capital formation will benefit greatly from her considerable experience and expertise, particularly in matters involving self-regulatory organization rulemaking." "I am honored to have this opportunity to join the talented individuals in the Office of the Secretary and hope to help continue the Office's tradition of excellence that has benefited investors throughout the agency's history," said Ms. Harmon. Prior to joining the Commission, Ms. Harmon was a partner in the law firm of Fowler White Boggs Bank P.A. in Tampa, Fla., where she represented brokerage firms, financial institutions, corporations, and their associated persons in securities litigation. Ms. Harmon also served as law clerk to the Hon. Jack T. Camp of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. Harmon holds a J.D. (with honors) from the University of Georgia, a M.Ed. from Georgia State University, a Masters in English from the University of Virginia, and a B.A. (Phi Beta Kappa) from Emory University. She is a member of the Florida Bar. http://www.sec.gov/news/press/2006/2006-186.htm Home | Previous Page Modified: 11/07/2006
Florence Harmon Named Deputy Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2006-186 Washington, D.C., Nov. 7, 2006 - The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today the selection of Florence E. Harmon to serve as the agency's Deputy Secretary. Ms. Harmon, 47, is currently Senior Special Counsel in the Division of Market Regulation. She has served in that capacity since August 2001, and is responsible for supervising staff in reviewing and analyzing complex self-regulatory organization (SRO) rule filings, including listing standards for derivative products and other non-conventional investments. Ms. Harmon is also responsible for developing rules on SRO processes and procedures to support Commission action. Ms. Harmon joined the SEC in 1997. SEC Secretary Nancy M. Morris said, "Florence has a well-deserved reputation within both the Commission and the securities industry for her legal acumen, keen judgment, and ability to work effectively with others. Our mission to protect investors, maintain fair markets and facilitate capital formation will benefit greatly from her considerable experience and expertise, particularly in matters involving self-regulatory organization rulemaking." "I am honored to have this opportunity to join the talented individuals in the Office of the Secretary and hope to help continue the Office's tradition of excellence that has benefited investors throughout the agency's history," said Ms. Harmon. Prior to joining the Commission, Ms. Harmon was a partner in the law firm of Fowler White Boggs Bank P.A. in Tampa, Fla., where she represented brokerage firms, financial institutions, corporations, and their associated persons in securities litigation. Ms. Harmon also served as law clerk to the Hon. Jack T. Camp of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. Harmon holds a J.D. (with honors) from the University of Georgia, a M.Ed. from Georgia State University, a Masters in English from the University of Virginia, and a B.A. (Phi Beta Kappa) from Emory University. She is a member of the Florida Bar. http://www.sec.gov/news/press/2006/2006-186.htm Home | Previous Page Modified: 11/07/2006