SEC Announces Departure of Public Affairs Head Scott Schneider

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the departure of Scott Schneider, a counselor to Chair Gary Gensler and Director of the Office of Public Affairs (OPA), effective next month. Mr. Schneider has served in the role since April 19, 2021. “I want to thank Scott for his leadership of the Office of Public Affairs,” said SEC Chair Gary Gensler. “Scott is an exceptionally talented communications strategist and has been the key leader in ensuring the Commission’s efforts have been communicated clearly and transparently to the public. He has been one of my most trusted advisers these last four years, and I’m so pleased he came back for this round of government service after working with me at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission.