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Jesse Whitethorn

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AVP, Technology at M Financial Group
📍 Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area, United States

Jesse Whitethorn is a technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading IT strategy, operations, and digital transformation at M Financial Group. He specializes in modernizing infrastructure, migrating to cloud platforms like Azure, and strengthening cybersecurity in regulated financial environments. He holds an MBA from Portland State University.

Jesse is actively involved in his community, supporting youth mentorship programs. He recently participated in the "Rappel for a Reason" fundraiser, rappelling down a 14-story building to raise money and awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Columbia Northwest.

Unique fact: Jesse rappelled down the 14-story Hyatt Regency in Portland to support a local charity.

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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
AVP, Technology
Location
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area, United States
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IT Modernization
He led a successful migration to Microsoft Azure and retired a legacy data center, showcasing his focus on modern, scalable infrastructure.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
His roles have focused on strengthening cybersecurity posture and implementing advanced compliance platforms in complex, regulated financial environments.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
AVP, Technology
M Financial Group
12-2022 - 4-2025
Sr. Director, Information Systems & Architecture
M Financial Group
2-2020 - 12-2022
Director, Data and Development Operations
M Financial Group
2-2018 - 2-2020
Manager, Wealth Solutions Technology Services
M Financial Group
4-2016 - 2-2018
Manager, Insurance Operations
M Financial Group
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Education
2008 - 2011
MBA
Portland State University - School of Business
1998 - 2001
BS
Southern Oregon University
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