I am a FINRA arbitrator. I am also deaf but function entirely in the hearing world with lip reading and hearing aids. FINRA has been absolutely absolutely phenomenal with respect to accommodating my disability. The only thing I would add is that any diversity efforts need to include persons with disabilities (prior FINRA diversity surveys have not had that category). Also, it would be great if FINRA would support adding people with disabilities to any SEC rules mandating diversity in the boardroom.
William Goren Comment On Regulatory Notice 21-17
I am a FINRA arbitrator. I am also deaf but function entirely in the hearing world with lip reading and hearing aids. FINRA has been absolutely absolutely phenomenal with respect to accommodating my disability. The only thing I would add is that any diversity efforts need to include persons with disabilities (prior FINRA diversity surveys have not had that category). Also, it would be great if FINRA would support adding people with disabilities to any SEC rules mandating diversity in the boardroom.