Brad M. Watkins is the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Oppenheimer Holdings, Inc., a role he began in August 2022 after a notable career in finance. He graduated with a B.S. in accounting from New York University’s...

Brad M. Watkins is the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Oppenheimer Holdings, Inc., a role he began in August 2022 after a notable career in finance. He graduated with a B.S. in accounting from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Before joining Oppenheimer, Brad was an audit partner at KPMG, where he spent almost 20 years focusing on the financial services sector. His strong foundation in accounting and finance sets him up to steer the company's financial strategies effectively. In 2023, Brad received a total compensation of $912,550, which included a $300,000 salary and a significant performance bonus. He holds 10,000 shares of restricted Class A Stock, vesting in 2027, which reflects his commitment to the company's growth. His work at Oppenheimer has expanded further as he not only manages financial operations but also serves on management and risk management committees, demonstrating his pivotal role in the company’s leadership team.