Introduction to Risk Management - NYIF

Jack Farmer is an instructor at the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF), where he specializes in training and consulting solutions for portfolio risk management, foreign exchange (FX) and interest rate derivatives, equity index and volatility trading, as well as financial statement analysis and hedge accounting. He holds a BS in Engineering and an MBA in Finance and Accounting from Tulane University, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Finance from the University of Texas at Austin. Jack's extensive expertise enables him to effectively educate students on complex financial concepts and risk management strategies.

Joseph Iraci is an accomplished instructor at the New York Institute of Finance, currently serving as the Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Audit at Robinhood Markets, Inc. With a robust background in risk management, he previously held the position of Chief Risk Officer for TD Ameritrade, where he oversaw risk strategies across multiple financial sectors. His extensive experience also includes senior roles at Fidelity Investments and Deutsche Bank, where he honed his skills in managing operational risk and regulatory compliance. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Joseph completed his undergraduate studies at St. John’s University and earned an MBA from New York University. He is actively involved in various committees within the financial services industry and is a prolific author of white papers and articles on risk management. Joseph's dedication to education is evident through his teaching of risk management courses, where he imparts practical knowledge to aspiring finance professionals, preparing them to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape effectively.