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ASECA is a non-profit charitable organization that fosters the shared history and unique camaraderie between SEC alumni globally.

Founded in 1990 with the goal of continuing the camaraderie that existed among members when they worked together at the Securities and Exchange Commission, today ASECA boasts a network of nearly 1,000 SEC alumni worldwide. Read more about ASECA here.

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Second Annual Judge Stanley Sporkin SEC Enforcement Panel

Thursday, February 20, 2025

Georgetown University Law Center

 

ASECA is pleased to announce the Second Annual Judge Stanley Sporkin SEC Enforcement Panel on February 20, 2025, co-sponsored by Georgetown University Law Center.

 

We invite you to join us for an engaging and insightful discussion as a distinguished panel of former Directors from the SEC Division of Enforcement share their experiences and expertise. This event is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from those who shaped the SEC’s enforcement strategies over the years.

Our esteemed panel includes:

  • William McLucas, Partner, WilmerHale, (Director, 1989-1998) – Moderator
  • Rob Khuzami, Chief Legal Officer, Guggenheim Partners, (Director, 2009-2013)
  • Gary G. Lynch, retired, Bank of America (Director, 1985-1989)
  • Linda Chatman Thomsen, David, Polk & Wardell (Director, 2005-2009)
  • Richard H. Walker, retired, King & Spalding (Director, 1998-2001)

These former directors collectively have served as general counsels to Bank of America, Credit Suisse, First Boston, Deutsche Bank, Guggenheim Partners, and Morgan Stanley. will share their unique perspectives regarding Judge Sporkin's legacy and the SEC's enforcement program.

This event would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors. Your support directly contributes to the Judge Stanley Sporkin Memorial ASECA Endowed Scholarship, ensuring Judge Sporkin’s legacy continues to inspire future leaders in securities law. By sponsoring, you will be aligned with an event that honors a true trailblazer in the field while gaining visibility and recognition among key industry professionals. We hope you will join us in supporting this meaningful cause and furthering ASECA’s mission. Become a sponsor here.

Event Details:

  • Location: Hart Auditorium, Georgetown University Law Center, 600 New Jersey Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20001 
  • Schedule:
    • 3:00 PM Doors open
    • 3:30 PM Program begins, Cocktail Reception to follow

We sincerely appreciate your registration and look forward to seeing you for what promises to be a memorable and thought-provoking event.

 
To learn more about the life and legacy of Judge Stanley Sporkin, please visit the Securities and Exchange Commission Historical Society's online museum. Many Judge Sporkin oral histories, programs, photos, and papers are available at http://bit.ly/3C76JnT.



 

 ICI & ASECA: Celebrating 100 Years of the Mutual Fund

 

A special thank you to the Investment Company Institute (ICI) and Dimensional Fund Advisors for their part in the Austin, TX event on May 14. Five former directors of the SEC Division of Investment Management came together to reflect on the current issues facing the investment management industry.

Industry pioneer David Booth, Founder and Chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors, hosted the event, alongside Co-Chief Executive Officers Dave Butler & Gerard K. O’ReillyEric Pan, President and CEO of the Investment Company Institute, and Catherine Newell, General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Dimensional Fund Advisors, moderated the panel. Heather Traeger, ASECA Board Member and President-Elect, will provide concluding remarks.  

 



30th Annual ASECA Dinner

and William O. Douglas Award Presentation

 ASECA is excited to announce the date for the 30th Annual ASECA Dinner.

Monday, May 19, 2025

Marriott Marquis, Washington, DC

Registration for sponsor tables and individual tickets will be posted soon.

ASECA will also be announcing the recipient of the 2025 William O. Douglas Award!



 
 

 To donate to the ASECA Scholarship Fund, please click here.

ASECA is a 501(c)3 organization and your charitable contributions are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.


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