Shael Brudner
About Shael Brudner
Shael Brudner is the Senior Director of Application Services at CIBC, with over 20 years of experience in financial services technology.
Title
Shael Brudner currently holds the position of Senior Director, Application Services at CIBC. He has a substantial history with the company, marked by several prominent roles, including Senior Director/Technology Lead and Senior Director of Technology Strategy.
Company
Shael Brudner has been with CIBC in various capacities since 2002. His long-term association with the bank has seen him advance through numerous leadership roles, contributing significantly to the institution's technological framework. As of his current role, Shael oversees application services, ensuring the alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives.
Education and Expertise
Shael Brudner pursued his education in Computer Science at the DeVry Institute of Technology from 1982 to 1985. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from York University, earned between 1979 and 1982. His educational background provides a diverse foundation, combining technical and behavioral sciences.
Background
Shael Brudner embarked on his professional journey at Sun Life Financial, where he worked as an Application Developer, Systems Analyst, and Project Manager from 1985 to 1998. Following this, he served as Software Engineering Manager at BEA for three years before joining CIBC. His role evolution at CIBC, from a Development Manager in Cards Technology to Senior Director roles, underscores his expertise in financial services technology.
Achievements
Shael Brudner has over 20 years of experience in supporting business units within financial services organizations. At CIBC, he has been responsible for the ownership and evolution of enterprise shared services, including Enterprise Content Management. He has managed programs for large-scale, transformational business and technology initiatives, delivering innovative and strategic technology solutions aligned with business drivers.