Gary Pierre

Vice President, Business Control officer for Markets and Global Banking

“I’m delighted to serve on the Special Olympics New York Board which is a profound commitment to championing inclusivity and empowering individuals with unique abilities. It’s a testament to my beliefs in the transformative power of sports, fostering a community where everyone, regardless of  differences, is celebrated for their strengths and contributions.”

Gary Pierre is a Business Control officer for North America Global Banking and Markets desk at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. In this role he oversees risk management, compliance, and internal controls within Bofa. He ensures that business operations align with regulatory requirements and internal policies, minimizing risk.

Pierre has more than 20 years working in the financial service industry. Prior to joining Bofa Merrill, Pierre spent a portion of his career with JP Morgan Chase in different operational roles within finance, municipality, mortgage back securities and treasure rates desk.

Pierre is the Special Olympics coordinator for Disability Advocacy Network at Bank of America and been leading the Special Olympics initiatives for over 15 years.

Gary holds a B.S. in Economics with a concentration in Finance from Binghamton University, and Series 7 and 63 securities licenses. His hobbies include salsa dancing, basketball, and drone photography.