MMMichael Murphy
@michaelmurphy
Dynamic senior leader with 20 years in technology strategy.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dynamic and results-driven senior leader with over 20 years of experience in driving technology strategy, operational excellence, and transformative change within the financial services sector. My proven track record includes leading high-performing teams, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and delivering scalable technology solutions that align with organizational goals.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my strategic vision and mentorship abilities, successfully guiding teams through significant changes, including regulatory shifts and large-scale migrations. At Wintrust Financial Corp., I led a team of 30 in the development and maintenance of over 60 applications, managing a $5M departmental budget and overseeing the implementation of critical systems that enhanced operational efficiency and user experience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Vice President, Director of Mortgage Technology
Wintrust Financial Corp.
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 5 months)
Led a team of 30 resources in the strategy, architecture, development, and maintenance of over 60 applications, managing a $5M departmental budget. Oversaw the implementation of 15+ systems, including Encompass LOS, Revvin POS, Total Expert marketing automation, and Appraisal Shield.
Manager - Banking Practice
West Monroe Partners
Aug 2012 - Present (12 years 10 months)
Managed the planning and execution phases for the integration of two community banks, resulting in a combined institution of $5B in assets. Led corporate functions through a zero-defect conversion with no operational interruption, simultaneously implementing CRM (Salesforce), Online Account Opening (Fiserv iOpen), and incentives calculator (Microsoft SQL Cube).
Senior Associate - Banking & Capital Markets - Strategy, Technology & Operations
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Advisory
Jul 2010 - Present (14 years 11 months)
Managed a large-scale program and business integration for a top-5 global investment bank to outsource their mortgage origination and servicing divisions. Developed a new practice within PwC Advisory focused on providing technology solutions to enhance risk management capabilities for financial institutions.
Commercial Loan Officer
Bridgeview Bank Group
Jun 2005 - Present (20 years)
Managed a portfolio of commercial loans, overseeing the entire loan lifecycle from origination to closing. Analyzed financial statements and creditworthiness of clients to assess risk and make informed lending decisions.
Senior Commercial Credit Analyst/Credit Department Supervisor
Bridgeview Bank Group
Jul 2003 - Present (21 years 11 months)
Supervised the credit department, ensuring compliance with lending policies and procedures. Conducted in-depth credit analysis for commercial loan applications, preparing detailed reports for senior management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Center for Creative Leadership
Leadership Development Program, Leadership Development
Completed a comprehensive Leadership Development Program. Engaged in 45 hours of Executive Coaching to enhance leadership skills and professional growth.
SUStanford University
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Grade: 3.58 GPA
Activities and societies: Stanford University Varsity Soccer Member 1998 to 2001
Achieved a 3.58 GPA while pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Participated as a member of the Stanford University Varsity Soccer team from 1998 to 2001.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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