Mary L. Schapiro

Mary L. Schapiro is an influential American lawyer and former government official known for her role in regulation and finance. She served as the chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from 2009 to 2012, overseeing efforts to improve financial regulations following the 2008 financial crisis. Schapiro focused on investor protection and enhancing transparency in financial markets. Before her SEC tenure, she held leadership positions in other financial regulatory bodies. Her work is significant in shaping policies that aim to maintain trust in the financial system and protect investors from fraud and misconduct.