Emma Rodriguez-Ayala

Emma Rodriguez-Ayala is a seasoned legal and administrative professional currently serving as Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel, and Board Secretary at Ariel Investments since January 2023. Emma also contributes as an Independent Board Director at First Bank Chicago. Previously, Emma held significant roles including General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at LGIM America, where oversight included legal, compliance, and risk governance functions. Emma's extensive experience spans roles at Mesirow Financial, Faegre Drinker, and Sidley Austin LLP. Emma holds a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School and a B.S. in International Business and Criminal Justice from Saint Louis University.