The SEC Historical Society preserves the history of America’s financial regulatory system through its museum’s unique collection of documents, oral histories, photographs, and exhibitions.
We honor the dedicated public servants who have protected investors since 1934, ensuring that our financial system remains fair for everyone, from small investors to major institutions.
By supporting the Society, you help safeguard the stories, decisions, and actions that inspire future generations of market protectors and educate those who study financial regulation.
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In celebration of an upcoming exhibition on the history of the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of General Counsel (OGC), the SEC Historical Society invites you to attend a special program on the evolution of the OGC.
Baker McKenzie's Chicago office hosted the SEC Historical Society and guests for an exclusive oral history screening on October 14.
Fordham Law School, NY
Read the speech deliver by Chair Atkins.
Hosted on June 18, this year's honorees shared highlights from their SEC careers and personal journeys with SEC Historical Society Trustee Keir Gumbs.
In his oral history, David Glockner reflects on his role as the Director of the SEC Chicago Regional Office from 2013 to 2017.
Thank you to our sponsors: Kristofer Swanson, Vice President and Practice Leader at Charles River Associates, and Venable LLP.
Lawmakers recently advanced legislation aimed at eliminating the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). The SEC Historical Society invites you to learn more about the history of the PCAOB, which is responsible for overseeing audits of public companies and broker-dealers registered with the SEC.
Gallery Curator: Lucy Harvey
Independent auditor's report (pdf).
Randy Fons shares a unique perspective, having served in senior leadership positions at three regional SEC offices.
