Bio

Jess Martin serves as an Associate Director of Adviser Compliance Support Services at PINE.  In this role, she manages compliance programs and regulatory compliance services for a diverse range of State and SEC- Registered Investment Advisers and Exempt Reporting Advisers.  In her capacity, Jess provides strategic guidance on the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures, conducts targeted compliance testing, and delivers comprehensive risk monitoring solutions. She is deeply committed to supporting clients in building and sustaining robust compliance programs, ensuring they remain aligned with industry standards and regulations. 

Jess has been active in the financial services and asset management industry since 2007.  Prior to joining PINE, she spent a decade at Janus Henderson Investors, where she held various leadership positions within the firm’s compliance and operations functions.  During her tenure, Jess managed regulatory filings, corporate actions response management, client reporting, portfolio monitoring, trade surveillance, and was responsible for implementing compliance programs for new account launches.  Jess played a pivotal role in creating and streamlining processes for compliance reporting, leveraging her strategic insight to enhance operational efficiency and provide clients with greater transparency and confidence. She began her career at William Blair & Company where she was responsible for reconciling high-profile mutual funds and resolving trade discrepancies.    

Jess earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A) in Finance from the University of Iowa, where she also earned an International Business Certificate.  She attended Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration through a semester abroad program. Jess earned her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with concentrations in Investment Management and Banking from DePaul University.  Outside of work, she enjoys skiing, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family.