Managed Funds Association
Jennifer Han has extensive experience in the legal and regulatory field. Jennifer is currently the Executive Vice President, Chief Counsel & Head of Regulatory Affairs at the Managed Funds Association, a position they have held since October 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Chief Counsel & Head of Regulatory Affairs and the Managing Director & Counsel, Regulatory Affairs at the same organization. Jennifer's role involves advocating for the alternative investment industry on legislative and regulatory policy, analyzing securities and derivatives legislation, and providing legal expertise in meetings with regulators and Congress.
Before joining the Managed Funds Association, Jennifer worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Staff Attorney from 2003 to 2006. In this role, they conducted inspections and examinations of regulated entities and provided advice on compliance with securities laws and regulations. Prior to that, they worked as an Associate at Pickard and Djinis LLP from 2001 to 2003.
Jennifer Han attended Cornell University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Government, Economics, and International Relations. The dates of their enrollment are not provided. After completing their undergraduate studies, Jennifer went on to attend the American University Washington College of Law from 1998 to 2001. There, they earned a Doctor of Law (JD) degree with a focus on Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law.
Managed Funds Association
Managed Funds Association (MFA), based in Washington, DC, New York, and Brussels, represents the global alternative asset management industry. MFA’s mission is to advance the ability of alternative asset managers to raise capital, invest, and generate returns for their beneficiaries. MFA advocates on behalf of its membership and convenes stakeholders to address global regulatory, operational, and business issues. MFA has more than 150 member firms, including traditional hedge funds, crossover funds, and private credit funds, that collectively manage nearly $2 trillion across a diverse group of investment strategies. Member firms help pension plans, university endowments, charitable foundations, and other institutional investors to diversify their investments, manage risk, and generate attractive returns over time.