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Mike is a Managing Director for a Chicago based technology consulting company with more than 25 years of experience architecting, delivering, and scaling enterprise technology solutions for global financial institutions. Throughout his career, he has led large, cross-functional teams in designing mission-critical platforms that drive operational resilience, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and revenue growth.

He has deep expertise across enterprise architecture, cloud strategy, distributed systems, data platforms, cybersecurity, and large-scale systems integration. Mike has successfully overseen complex, multi-year transformation programs, modernizing legacy infrastructure while ensuring continuity, performance, and security in highly regulated environments. His leadership style combines strategic vision with disciplined execution, enabling organizations to adopt innovative technologies while maintaining rigorous governance and risk management standards.

Known for building high-performing engineering organizations, Mike partners closely with executive stakeholders, boards, and regulators to align technology strategy with long-term business objectives. He has a strong track record of mentoring senior leaders, cultivating engineering talent, and fostering cultures grounded in accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Mike is an avid collector of mechanical watches and rare wine and spirits. He appreciates the craftsmanship, heritage, and precision that define fine horology, as well as the tradition and nuance found in exceptional spirits and vintages. These pursuits reflect his broader appreciation for discipline, detail, and enduring value. Qualities that also inform his leadership approach.