Mike Stephenson
About Mike Stephenson
Mike Stephenson is the Sr. Director of Infrastructure Management at CIBC Infrastructure Business Services and the President of MRSTSI. He has extensive experience in technology and operations, having held various senior roles at CIBC World Markets and other companies.
Company
Mike Stephenson currently works at CIBC as the Sr. Director of Infrastructure Management within CIBC Infrastructure Business Services. He has been with the company since 2004, contributing significantly in areas of strategic planning, leadership, and operations. Mike also serves as the President of MRSTSI, a role he has held since 2003.
Title
Mike Stephenson holds the position of Sr. Director, Infrastructure Management at CIBC Infrastructure Business Services. His responsibilities include providing strategic planning and leadership in Technology & Operations, supporting various groups within the company's line of business, and engaging vendors in contract negotiations. Mike also holds the title of President at MRSTSI.
Education and Expertise
Mike Stephenson studied at the University of Toronto from 1977 to 1980. He completed his high school education at Markham District High School from 1972 to 1977. Over his career, Mike has gained significant expertise in enterprise process analysis and optimization, risk management assessment, and mitigation.
Professional Background
Mike Stephenson has an extensive professional background spanning multiple roles. He worked at CIBC World Markets as Sr. Director of Business Effectiveness from 2012 to 2016 and as Sr. Director of Projects; Equities Cash Products Technology from 2005 to 2009. Before that, he held the role of Director of Development at Sanchez and Spectra Securities Software, Inc. from 1996 to 2002. Earlier in his career, he served as a Senior Developer at Sietec from 1983 to 1986.
Achievements
During his tenure at CIBC, Mike Stephenson has played a key role in simplifying processes and engaging vendors in contract negotiations. He supports various groups within CIBC's Technology & Operations line of business, ensuring strategic planning and operational efficiency. Additionally, his expertise in risk management assessment and mitigation has been instrumental in strengthening the company's infrastructure management.