Michael Custode
About Michael Custode
Michael Custode is a Manager in Leveraged Finance at Ally, with a background in finance and economics from Villanova University.
Current Position at Ally
Michael Custode is currently serving as the Manager of Leveraged Finance at Ally. He has been in this position since 2018, operating out of the Greater New York City Area. As a Manager in Leveraged Finance, Michael is responsible for overseeing and managing financial strategies that involve leveraging debt instruments. His role involves complex financial analysis and structuring, ensuring that the financial products meet corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
Previous Roles at Ally
Before becoming the Manager of Leveraged Finance, Michael Custode worked at Ally in various roles. From 2016 to 2018, he was an Analyst in Leveraged Finance, where he participated in analyzing and structuring financial deals. Prior to this, from 2015 to 2016, he served as an FP&A Financial Analyst, focusing on financial planning and analysis tasks. Each position has allowed him to broaden his expertise in financial management and analysis, setting a strong foundation for his current managerial role.
Early Career Experience
Michael Custode's early career includes diverse roles in the financial and technical sectors. He started as a Junior Java Developer at meridianEMR, where he worked from 2008 to 2011 in Livingston, NJ. This role involved software development and technical support. In 2012, he interned as a Wealth Management Intern at Merrill Lynch, gaining experience in client portfolio management. The following year, he was a Digital Portfolio Management Intern at Prudential Financial, where he contributed to managing digital assets.
Educational Background
Michael Custode holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Finance from Villanova University, which he obtained in 2015 after a year of study. He also completed a Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Villanova University, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His advanced education in finance and economics has provided him with a strong analytical foundation, critical for his roles in leveraged finance and financial planning.