Jean Pierre Salendres currently serves as the Director of EU Policy at FIA, Inc., responsible for guiding policy initiatives within the organization's global trade framework for derivatives markets. Previously, Salendres held the position of Market Infrastructure Policy Specialist at the European Central Bank, contributing to the safe and efficient operation of European financial markets. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from Columbia University and a Master's in Public Policy Analysis from the Hertie School. Salendres has extensive experience in editorial management, research, and training, having directed and produced industry reference books for The Energy Year and managed editorial production for Oxford Business Group. Other notable roles include legal assistance at Sanford Heisler Sharp, LLP, and involvement in various internships related to policy and economic research.