The Securities and Exchange Commission named LeeAnn Ghazil Gaunt the new chief of its Enforcement Division's Municipal Securities and Public Pensions Unit.

Gaunt replaces Elaine Greenberg, who left the agency in July. Her appointment comes as the agency is realigning its enforcement divisions under Mary Jo White, who became SEC chairman in April. A new emphasis is being placed on several areas, including improving its risk analysis capabilities.

"In her 13 years with the SEC, LeeAnn has demonstrated tremendous judgment and leadership as a valued member of our enforcement team," said Andrew Ceresney, co-director of the SEC's Division of Enforcement.

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