SEC Announces Eight New Investor Advisory Committee Members

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced eight new members to fill all vacancies on its Investor Advisory Committee. The new members join 15 current committee members. The committee, established under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, advises the Commission on regulatory priorities and various initiatives to help protect investors and promote the integrity of the U.S. securities markets. "The new members bring valuable experiences to the Investor Advisory Committee. I thank each of them for their willingness to serve, providing the Commission with important perspectives on behalf of investors," said SEC Chair Gary Gensler. "I also thank the Investor Advisory Committee's nominating committee for their diligent work in recommending these new members." The newest members of the Investor Advisory Committee: James Andrus, Interim Managing Investment Director, Board Governance & Sustainability, CalPERS Gina-Gail S.