Mike Mc Lean, MBA
About Mike Mc Lean, MBA
Mike McLean, MBA, serves as the Head of The Giving Block Institutional and is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer. With nearly 20 years of experience in financial services, he is recognized for his innovative problem-solving and leadership in expanding program offerings, including cryptocurrency.
Work at The Giving Block
Mike Mc Lean serves as the Head of The Giving Block Institutional, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on expanding the organization's institutional offerings, particularly in the area of cryptocurrency. He oversees initiatives that integrate innovative financial solutions for donor advised funds, building on his previous experience in investment operations.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, Mike worked at Fidelity Charitable as the Director of Investment Operations and Program Management from 2015 to 2022. He also held a position as a Product Manager at Sterling Capital Management from 2009 to 2015. His career began at Putnam Investments, where he served as a Middle Office Analyst in Fixed Income from 2003 to 2009. His extensive experience spans nearly 20 years in financial services, covering operations, middle office, trading, and product development.
Education and Expertise
Mike earned a Bachelor’s degree in Management from Merrimack College, completing his studies from 2000 to 2003. He later pursued an MBA in Business Analytics at Bentley University, graduating in 2012. His academic background complements his professional expertise, particularly in balancing IQ and EQ in leadership roles.
Achievements in Financial Services
Throughout his career, Mike has been recognized for his ability to find creative solutions to complex problems. Notably, he co-led a project team in 2015 that launched the first cryptocurrency offering for donor advised funds. Additionally, he successfully revived Sterling Capital Management's Unified Managed Account product, transforming it into a high-performing, revenue-generating growth product within a year.
Current Role as CrossFit Trainer
In addition to his financial services career, Mike has been a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer at CrossFit Sua Sponte since 2021. This role reflects his commitment to fitness and community engagement, demonstrating his ability to manage high-functioning teams in diverse environments.