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Billie DeMott
Graduate Student at Teachers College, Columbia University
Billie DeMott is a graduate student at Teachers College, Columbia University, where they have been studying since May 2020. DeMott has a background as a Certified Compliance Specialist with over six years of experience in hedge fund compliance. They initially worked as a Compliance Associate at a hedge fund founded by former Goldman Sachs bankers, which provided them with valuable insights into the financial industry.
In addition to their compliance work, DeMott founded Amour Fou Media, a company focused on creating interactive digital experiences in the wellness, education, and content marketing sectors. They have also taught at General Assembly and various K-12 schools, which influenced their decision to pursue a Master’s degree in education.
DeMott expresses a strong interest in returning to the financial sector, aiming to leverage their compliance expertise and design thinking skills to contribute to a financial firm's success and growth.1