Krista Kerns Shonk

Krista Kerns Shonk is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and policy within the banking sector. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Regulatory Compliance & Policy at the American Bankers Association since September 2017, Krista previously held the position of Vice President of Regulatory Compliance Policy at the same organization from 2012 to 2017. Prior roles include Vice President of Mortgage Finance & Senior Regulatory Counsel at the American Bankers Association, Associate General Counsel at Freddie Mac, and Senior Counsel at the American Bankers Association. Krista's educational background includes a Juris Doctor degree from West Virginia University College of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from Bridgewater College.