
Michael is a results-driven and accomplished professional with extensive experience in risk management, product strategy, and strategic initiatives within the Financial Services and Payments industries. He is a proven leader in developing and implementing comprehensive risk strategies to mitigate fraud, credit, liquidity, partnership, and brand risks. He’s skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation, execute strategic plans, and deliver exceptional user experiences. He has been recognized for expertise in remote team collaboration, agile methodologies, and driving startup growth. Michael is a proactive and collaborative professional dedicated to protecting and advancing business interests while driving innovation and growth. He excels in dynamic and fast-paced environments, leveraging strong analytical, strategic planning, and leadership skills to achieve outstanding results. - Risk Management Expertise: Demonstrated extensive knowledge of risk management principles and regulations within the Financial Services, Payments, and fintech industries. Successfully developed and enforced risk solutions, ensuring compliance and instilling user and partner trust. - Strategic Planning and Execution: Led risk strategy for company-level strategic initiatives, driving safe and scalable growth while maintaining a focus on user and partner trust. Scoped, designed, and executed risk strategies to support product launches and facilitate business expansion. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional track record of collaborating with product, engineering, sales, and partnerships teams to identify and address risks associated with product initiatives. Proven ability to align diverse stakeholders and ensure seamless execution. - Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraged strong analytical skills and research capabilities to assess product risk performance, inform decision-making, and prioritize long-term strategic plans for future growth. Proficient in utilizing data science partnerships to enhance observability and optimize risk strategies. - Leadership and Team Building: A results-oriented leader with a track record of motivating and leading teams to achieve ambitious goals. Skilled in influencing stakeholders across functions and borders to drive desired risk outcomes and enhance organizational resilience.
stripe.com
fordhamfoundry.org
jpmorgan.com
bankofamerica.com
fordham.edu
americanexpress.com
harvard.edu
New York City Metropolitan Area
Product Risk and Compliance : RFA(SaaS) & Terminal(Payments) Products
Stripe
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Jun 2022 - Jan 2025
Product Risk & Strategy
Stripe
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Jun 2022 - Sep 2022
Advisory Council
Fordham Foundry
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Jul 2020 - Dec 2022
New York City Metropolitan Area
Product Management Director
American Express
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Mar 2020 - Jun 2022
New York, New York, United States
Senior Product Manager
American Express
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Oct 2016 - Feb 2020
New York, New York, United States
Adjunct Instructor
Creighton University's Heider College of Business
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Product Manager/Product Owner/Sr. UI Specialist
COREONE (Wealth Management FinTech)
Jan 2010 - Jul 2011
New York, United States
morganstanley.com
accenture.com