Yvonne Pytlik, MBA, CPA-DELEGATE
I chose this career path because
I wanted to work toward streamlining the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission; everything takes too much time.
I prepared for this career by
I hold an MBA.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
The challenge was in working with companies still in development; so much to consider, so much to know.
My greatest strength(s)
I am a natural leader who works well with others.
My greatest accomplishment to date
I am very proud of what I have been able to give back to the community.
My personal/professional goals
I aspire to continue to build my book of business and to grow.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I am inspired by other women; Hilary Clinton, for instance.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I would be proud and happy to be remembered for my knowledge of this field; as an expert in Asset Management.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
I am a member of the Risk Management Association and on their Board of Directors, AICPA, KPMG Audit Committee Institute, KPMG IFRS Institute, Global Association of Risk Professionals, Professional Risk Managers’ International Association and 100 Women in Hedge Funds. 2009 - April – Yvonne I. Pytlik Nominated as a Chair of Power Breakfast Committee to empower powerful women. www.85Broads.com, a women power organization established by a former Executive at Goldman Sachs, Janet Hanson.
I have received the following Honors/Awards/Scholarships
I am a recipient of the Best of Manhattan Risk Management Award, awarded by the US Department of Commerce and in 2009 - March Selected as one of top 28 Entrepreneurs in NYC for the first New Venture Program sponsored by NYC Business Solutions to support 2009 Mayor Bloomberg's 11 Initiatives growing Economy and Promote Business Innovation through Entrepreneurial Activity in New York City. I have also been named the 2011-2012 Executive of the Year and I will be featured in the Top 100 Executives for Covington Who's Who.
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
I support my church and I run the Regulatory Program and serve as Moderator for the Risk Management Association with over 270 people in attendance last year.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I enjoy walking and doing yoga.