Mike Rizer
About Mike Rizer
Mike Rizer is the Executive Director at Ally, with a background in executive roles at Wells Fargo, Wachovia Corp, and PNC, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.
Current Title and Role at Ally
Mike Rizer currently serves as the Executive Director at Ally. He has been in this position since 2019. The role is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this capacity, he oversees various strategic initiatives, addresses leadership challenges, and enhances the company's reputation and financial health.
Previous Experience at Wells Fargo
Prior to joining Ally, Mike Rizer held the position of Executive Vice President and Director of Community Relations at Wells Fargo. He also served as Vice President for the Wells Fargo Foundation. His tenure at Wells Fargo lasted from 2009 to 2019, a decade during which he focused on community relations and philanthropic efforts in the Charlotte, North Carolina Area.
Employment History at Wachovia Corp
From 2005 to 2009, Mike Rizer served as Executive Vice President and Director of Community Relations at Wachovia Corp. Before this, he spent nine years, from 1996 to 2005, as Senior Vice President, Fair Lending and CRA Program Manager, transitioning through First Union and Wachovia Corp. His responsibilities included leading community engagement and adherence to fair lending practices.
Legal and Compliance Roles at PNC
Mike Rizer worked at PNC in various roles focused on compliance and community responsibilities. From 1994 to 1996, he served as Vice President, Senior Compliance Manager and Counsel in the Cincinnati Area, KY. Prior to that, he was Assistant Vice President, CRA Officer and Counsel from 1991 to 1994. His work involved managing compliance and community reinvestment activities.
Educational Background
Mike Rizer earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, where he studied from 1982 to 1985. Prior to this, he achieved a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Dayton, studying from 1978 to 1982. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in law and community relations.