Randy Snook

Randy Snook is the CEO of the FHLBanks Office of Finance, a position he has held since January 2019.1 With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, Snook has an extensive background in capital markets and financial services.

Career Highlights

Current Role: As CEO of the FHLBanks Office of Finance, Snook oversees an organization responsible for issuing and servicing consolidated debt securities on behalf of the eleven regional Federal Home Loan Banks.1 The Office of Finance plays a crucial role in supporting housing finance and community investment by ensuring the FHLBanks can access global capital markets to fund their members' diverse needs.1

Previous Positions: Before his current role, Snook held several notable positions:

1. Executive Vice President and Head of Business Policy and Practices at SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) from August 2005 to December 2018.1
2. Partner and Managing Director at Goldman Sachs from 1989 to 2003, where he ran the capital markets business, including corporate bond and credit markets.1

Education

Snook holds a dual degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

He completed these degrees between 1978 and 1983.1

Expertise

Throughout his career, Snook has been involved in various aspects of the financial industry, including:

• Capital markets operations
• Business policy development
• Regulatory affairs
• Market liquidity and structure
• Housing finance reform
• Derivatives reform
• Asset management policy

His diverse experience in both the private sector and industry associations has given him a comprehensive understanding of the financial services landscape, making him well-suited for his current leadership role at the FHLBanks Office of Finance.