Statement By SEC Commissioner Paredes upon Departure from the Commission

Commissioner Troy A. Paredes on Friday made the following statement:

“August 3rd will be my last day as a member of the Securities and Exchange Commission.  Serving as a commissioner for the past five years has been a terrific honor.  The chance to be involved in so many important issues has been rewarding, and it has been a privilege to have served with my fellow members of the Commission and to have worked with the talented SEC staff.

“I want to congratulate Mike Piwowar and Kara Stein on having been confirmed as SEC commissioners and wish them both the best as they prepare to join the Commission.

“As for me, after having been an attorney, a professor, and an SEC commissioner, I look forward to whatever opportunities may come next.”