David Ridgway
About David Ridgway
David Ridgway serves as the Head of Quality Assurance at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, bringing extensive experience in financial and operational risk management. He has held senior roles at several prominent financial institutions, including BNY Mellon, OCC, and BlackRock.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
David Ridgway serves as the Head of Quality Assurance at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the organization's commitment to maintaining high standards in quality assurance processes. His role involves overseeing the quality assurance framework and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at BNY Mellon
Prior to his current role, Ridgway worked at BNY Mellon as the Head of Risk for North America from 2013 to 2017. In this capacity, he managed risk assessment and mitigation strategies across the organization, focusing on enhancing the overall risk management framework.
Expertise in Risk Management
Ridgway possesses key skills in financial risk, operational risk, and third-party risk management. He has extensive experience in designing and implementing enterprise risk management frameworks for financial institutions in both Europe and the United States. His expertise includes project execution and team management, which supports effective risk-informed decision-making.
Educational Background
David Ridgway studied at the University of Cambridge, where he earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Economics. His academic journey spanned from 1982 to 1985, during which he also obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. This educational foundation has contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of economic principles in risk management.
Leadership Roles in Risk Management
Throughout his career, Ridgway has held several leadership positions in risk management. He served as the Chief Risk Officer at Schroders from 1996 to 2006 and as the Global Head of Operational Risk at BlackRock from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he was the SVP of Enterprise Risk Management at OCC for one year in 2017 and held the position of VP of Enterprise Risk Management at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago from 2019 to 2020.