Anthony M. Reading-Brown

Anthony M. Reading-Brown is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in legal and operational risk management within the financial services sector. Currently serving as the Head of Third Party Risk Management at Allspring Global Investments since November 2021, Anthony contributes to the firm's status as a leading independent asset manager. Previous roles include Head of Contract Administration at Wells Fargo, Founder & Principal of ClearThought, LLC, and General Counsel & Senior Vice President at Commerce State Bank, where responsibilities encompassed legal and regulatory advisory, operational risk management, and contract negotiations. Anthony's legal expertise is further established through positions at Associated Bank, Ridgestone Bank, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Shearman & Sterling LLP, and Pinsent Masons. Throughout a robust career spanning over two decades, Anthony has consistently focused on optimizing business outcomes while mitigating risk across various financial sectors.