SEC Announces Departure of Principal Deputy Director of Enforcement Sam Waldon

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Sam Waldon, Principal Deputy Director of the Division of Enforcement, will depart the agency on July 31, 2026, after more than 14 years at the SEC. He will be succeeded as Principal Deputy Director by Osman Nawaz, who previously served with the SEC from 2010-2024 before rejoining the agency last month.

“Sam’s contributions to the SEC and the Division of Enforcement for over a decade are well documented and moreover they are reflected in the many key leadership roles he has taken on during his tenure. I have personally benefited from Sam’s wise counsel and appreciate everything he has done for our agency. I wish him the best in all of his future endeavors,” said SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins.

“Our paths have crossed multiple times at the agency – most recently while Sam has served as the Principal Deputy. His work ethic and steadfast commitment to the Division of Enforcement have been invaluable and his mentorship to countless colleagues will be sorely missed. I know this chapter of service is ending, but Sam’s positive impact at the SEC will endure for a long time,” said SEC Director of Enforcement David Woodcock.

“I will be forever grateful to Chairman Atkins and Commissioners Peirce and Uyeda for the opportunity to work under their leadership and for their commitment to the agency and its mission. To my colleagues in the Division of Enforcement, I cannot put into words how proud I have been to have had the privilege of working with you. Over the last several years, I have had a front row seat to witness your hard work, talent and dedication under incredibly challenging circumstances – it has been nothing short of inspirational,” said Mr. Waldon. “And finally, I want to thank David and Os for their friendship and stewardship of the Division. I will miss working with you both, but I take great comfort in knowing that Enforcement has never been in better hands.”