OCC Announces Deputy Comptroller for Northeast and East Regions

WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today announced the selection of Johnny Stanley as the Deputy Comptroller for the Northeast and East Regions. He will assume these duties December 4. In this role, Mr. Stanley will oversee more than 200 community banks and federal savings associations located in 19 states with assets […]

OCC Releases Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2023-2027

News Release 2022-105 | September 6, 2022 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today released its strategic plan for fiscal years (FY) 2023-2027. The strategic plan outlines the agency’s approach to achieve three strategic goals and fulfill its mission to ensure that national banks and federal savings associations operate in […]

OCC Announces Executive Assignments in Chief Counsel’s Office

News Release 2022-89 | July 19, 2022 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today announced the selection of Patricia Grady as Deputy Chief Counsel and Jonathan Fink as Associate Chief Counsel. Ms. Grady will provide legal advice to the Chief Counsel and senior OCC officials on significant legal, policy and […]

Acting Comptroller of the Currency Kicks Off High School Scholar Internship Program

News Release 2022-75 | June 27, 2022 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu today kicked off the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s (OCC) fourth annual High School Scholar Internship Program (HSSIP) for students from Washington, D.C., high schools. The OCC partners with the District of Columbia’s Department of Employment […]

Acting Comptroller Issues Statement on Passing of John W. Ryan, President and CEO of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors

News Release 2022-57 | May 18, 2022 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu issued the following statement on the passing of John W. Ryan, President and CEO of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS). I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of John W. Ryan, President and CEO […]

OCC Announces Climate Change Risk Officer, Membership in the NGFS

News Release 2021-78 | July 27, 2021 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today announced the appointment of Darrin Benhart as its Climate Change Risk Officer and its membership in the Network of Central Banks and Supervisors for Greening the Financial System (NGFS). “Prudently managing climate change risk is a […]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to Close June 18 in Recognition of Juneteenth

News Release 2021-68 | June 17, 2021 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—In recognition of the Juneteenth federal holiday signed into law by President Biden today, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency will be closed Friday, June 18, 2021. Media Contact Bryan Hubbard(202) 649-6870 Related posts: Comptroller of the Currency Joseph Otting to Step Down, Brian […]

Benjamin W. McDonough Named OCC Chief Counsel

News Release 2021-53 | May 17, 2021 Share This Page: WASHINGTON — The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today named Benjamin W. McDonough its Senior Deputy Comptroller and Chief Counsel. “Ben brings a fresh perspective, deep bank regulatory experience, and strong interagency relationships to our leadership team,” said Acting Comptroller of the Currency Mike […]

Acting Comptroller of the Currency Statement Regarding Capitol Riot and the OCC’s Enduring Mission

News Release 2021-4 | January 7, 2021 Share This Page: WASHINGTON, DC – Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian P. Brooks issued the following statement to staff regarding the violent riots at the Capitol yesterday. Yesterday, we witnessed one of the ugliest moments in recent history. Violence and wanton lawlessness cannot be condoned. I echo Secretary […]

Comptroller of the Currency Joseph Otting to Step Down, Brian P. Brooks to Become Acting Comptroller of the Currency on May 29, 2020

News Release 2020-66 | May 21, 2020 Share This Page: WASHINGTON—Comptroller of the Currency Joseph M. Otting today announced he will step down from office on May 29, 2020, and pursuant to 12 USC 4 as designated by Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, First Deputy and Chief Operating Officer Brian P. Brooks will become […]