Jennifer Rouse is the Chief Compliance Officer at Summitry, where she leads the firm’s compliance program and ensures adherence to all SEC regulatory requirements. She is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures that promote a strong culture of compliance, ethical conduct, and fiduciary responsibility across the organization.
With more than 20 years of experience in financial services, Jennifer brings deep expertise in risk management, regulatory examinations, and operational oversight. Since joining Summitry in 2005, she has partnered closely with senior leadership and business teams to align compliance initiatives with the firm’s strategic objectives while safeguarding clients’ interests.
Jennifer earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, graduating summa cum laude. She began her career in the industry in 1997 and has held leadership roles spanning compliance, operations, and advisor support. She is also pursuing the Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP®) designation to further strengthen her expertise.
She resides in Alameda with her husband, Roger
