Heather Hjelm

Heather Hjelm has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Heather is currently working at ACA Foreside as a Senior Compliance Specialist (Supervising Principal) since May 2022. Prior to this, they held the position of Director at Foreside Financial Group, LLC from December 2021 to May 2022. Before their time at Foreside, they worked as a Vice President of Mutual Fund Distribution at Rafferty Capital Markets, LLC from January 2013 to December 2021. From January 2011 to December 2012, Heather worked as a Manager of Mutual Fund Origination and Distribution, and from August 2009 to December 2010, they held the role of Investment Representative Associate at Wealth and Investment Management at Barclays. Other past experiences include their work as a Private Investment Management Summer Associate at Lehman Brothers in 2008 and as a Co-founder of Elite Japan Travel from January 2006 to July 2007. Heather also served in the United States Army, where they held various roles including Training Officer/UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot from October 2003 to June 2007, Human Resources Manager/UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopter Pilot from October 2002 to October 2003, and Flight School Student/Platoon Leader from September 1999 to October 2002. Their military experience involved managing logistical aspects, coordinating schedules, and building relationships with high-profile individuals.

Heather Hjelm holds a Masters degree in Business Administration, which they obtained from the NYU Stern School of Business. Heather pursued this degree from 2007 to 2009. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where they studied from 1997 to 1999.

In addition to their academic education, Heather also obtained several certifications. In 2009, they achieved the Series 7: General Securities certification from FINRA. Later, in 2013, they earned the Series 24: General Securities Principal certification from the same institution. Their latest certification, the Series 87: Research Analyst Qualification (Part II), was obtained in March 2014, further enhancing their expertise in the field.