Sonja W. Email & Phone Number

Clinton, MD, US

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership and Strategy Implementation: Direct a DEI team to implement and refine the DEI examination strategy, ensuring alignment with agency goals and compliance standards.
• Senior Advisory and Reporting: Act as a principal DEI advisor to senior management, providing critical feedback and insights that inform strategic decisions on DEI standards.
• Operational Overhaul: Restructure the OMWI examination schedule to optimize alignment with strategic objectives and enhance the impact and compliance of the program.Impact and Achievements:
• Enhanced Stakeholder Engagement: By evaluating DEI outreach programs and supplier diversity, I identified and implemented key program improvements, increasing engagement and effectiveness.
• Mentorship and Training: Improved program analysis skills across the team by leading training initiatives, enhancing the overall quality and accuracy of our DEI assessments.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Key Responsibilities:
• Regulatory Compliance Oversight: Ensured that Federal Home Loan Banks, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac adhered strictly to FHFA's DEI regulatory guidance, achieving 100% compliance.
• Strategic DEI Consultation: Provided expert DEI advice to senior leaders, influencing strategic decisions and leading the adoption of more inclusive organizational practices.
• Actionable DEI Strategy Formulation: Recommended and helped implement strategies to enhance diversity across workforce demographics, financial transactions, and procurement processes.Impact and Achievements:
• Enhanced Organizational Inclusivity: Directed regulated entities to establish and refine comprehensive DEI programs, which significantly reduced barriers and improved supplier diversity.
• Targeted Risk Management: Conducted detailed evaluations of DEI-related risks and compliance within internal audits and procedures, offering strategic solutions to address and resolve critical diversity issues.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership in Strategic Meetings: Regularly led discussions with bank senior management to present examination findings, advocate for necessary improvements, and influence the adaptation of effective risk management.
• Policy and Procedure Assessment: Meticulously assessed bank policies and procedures to ensure they were in line with FHFA’s regulatory guidance, aiming to mitigate potential financial and operational risks.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Fostered strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, including other regulatory bodies and bank management, to ensure transparent communication and collaborative.
• Financial Stability Enhancement: Conducted in-depth safety and soundness examinations of Federal Home Loan Banks, focusing on key risk areas like capital adequacy, earnings, liquidity, governance, operational risks.
• Communication and Reporting Improvements: Authored detailed memos, structured work programs, and comprehensive examination reports, enhancing the clarity and effectiveness of communication regarding findings and.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Arlington, TX

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, International Business

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration, Finance