Teresa Goody Guillén, a well-known blockchain lawyer, is emerging as a potential new head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
A Changing of the Guard at the SEC
Current SEC Chair Gary Gensler, recognized for his stringent stance on the crypto sector, is expected to step down by Thanksgiving. This transition may lead to the appointment of a new leader more favorable towards cryptocurrencies.
Goody Guillén’s Credentials
Guillén is a partner at BakerHostetler, where she engages in blockchain-related legal practice. Her experience at the SEC from 2009 to 2011 in the Office of the General Counsel provides her with a unique insight into the agency's workings.
A Competitive Field of Candidates
Other contenders for the SEC chair include Robert Stebbins and Brian Brooks. However, Guillén has garnered support from the crypto industry. Brendan Playford, co-founder of Masa, describes her as someone capable of dramatically transforming the industry.
The appointment of a new SEC Chair could significantly impact cryptocurrency regulation in the U.S. Goody Guillén possesses the skills and backing to take on this role.
