Edward Hodgman

Edward Hodgman has a diverse work experience spanning several industries and roles. Edward is currently working as a Financial Professional at Securian Capital of the Chesapeake, starting in 2022. Prior to this, they worked at NYLIFE Securities LLC from 2014 to 2022 as a Registered Representative, where they provided financial consultations and reviewed strategies for clients in the Washington, DC area.

Before their work in finance, Edward held the role of Executive Director at Understanding Government from 2007 to 2014. During their tenure, they focused on citizen engagement and journalism about the executive branch, leading the creation and launch of a digital platform called GIMBY.

Edward has also held leadership positions in various companies. Edward was the CEO of Markit Inc., a U.S.-based company with international partners where they distributed financial information across the Eurasian region from 1999 to 2006. Additionally, they served as a Consultant to the CEO at MASMI, aiding with the company's expansion in Europe and the Eurasian region, including overseeing website design and strategic client relationships.

In 1997, Edward founded their consulting firm called Hodgman Consulting, Inc., specializing in U.S.-Russia cross-cultural communication and joint venture creation. Edward has also been involved in philanthropy, working as a Program Officer for The International Foundation for the Survival and Development of Humanity from 1988 to 1991, focusing on human rights and rule of law projects.

Early in their career, Edward worked as a Project Coordinator at the Natural Resources Defense Council, advocating for the ban on underground nuclear testing, and as a Project Coordinator at the Federation of American Scientists, promoting travel and reciprocal visits between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.

Overall, Edward Hodgman brings a wealth of experience in finance, consulting, executive leadership, citizen engagement, and philanthropy to their current role as a Financial Professional.

Edward Hodgman has a Bachelor's degree in Russian Studies from Harvard University. Edward later pursued further education at the University of Rochester, where they earned a Ph.D. in American History from 1992 to 2003. Prior to that, from 1982 to 1986, they attended Harvard University again and obtained an AB in Slavic Studies. It is also mentioned that they have another Bachelor's degree in Russian Studies from Harvard University during the same time period.