Anita Yacono

Anita Yacono is an accomplished executive in the financial sector, currently serving as the Vice President of Innovation at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond since December 2024. Previously, Yacono held the position of Chief Product Owner at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where a focus on technology strategy development was pivotal for managing risks. Prior experiences include serving as the VP of the FedNow Program Management Office at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, and multiple leadership roles at Citi, including Director of the Program Management Office and Senior Vice President of large-scale programs. Yacono's educational background includes an MBA in Management and Business Strategy from Rutgers University and a BA in Business Administration from Montclair State University.