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This article was written by Atkins, Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on February 18, 2026.

Peirce: It is an honor to share the stage with Chairman Atkins today. Before we begin, I would like to remind everyone that our statements are personal representations made within the scope of our respective official duties and do not necessarily represent the views of the Committee or any other member. Chairman Atkins needs little introduction, but I will briefly provide some background information.

Mr. Atkins was sworn in as the 34th Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 21st of last year. Prior to returning to the SEC, Chairman Atkins most recently served as CEO of Patomak Global Partners, a consulting firm he founded in 2009. Chairman Atkins served as an SEC commissioner from 2002 to 2008; during his tenure, he advocated for regulatory transparency and consistency and promoted the use of cost-benefit analysis in the agency's work.