Maya Samms

Maya Samms has extensive experience in legal and educational roles, currently serving as Dean of the College of Securities and Investor Protection at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since September 2001. In this position, Maya leads training programs related to the SEC's mission, focusing on legal, finance, and communication skills. Prior to the deanship, Maya held roles as Learning Officer and Chief Recruiter, developing legal learning initiatives and managing national recruitment efforts, respectively. Early career experience includes serving as an Attorney-Advisor in the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, mediating discrimination complaints and providing training on best practices in recruitment and employment. Previously, Maya worked as an Associate at Baird Holm LLP, offering advice on labor and employment law and school law issues. Maya holds a Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law and a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Rutgers University.