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Mark Runkel

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Vice Chair and Head of Payments: Merchant and Institutional at U.S. Bank
📍 St Paul, Minnesota, United States

Mark Runkel is the Vice Chair and Head of Payments at U. S. Bank, leveraging over 25 years of experience in financial services. His expertise spans transformation, risk management, and business integration. He holds a BA from Augustana University and an MBA from Saint Marys University of Minnesota.

Outside of his executive role, Mark is dedicated to community service. He actively participates in fundraising events to support charitable organizations, demonstrating a strong commitment to giving back and raising awareness for important causes within his community.

To support the Special Olympics, Mark participated in the Polar Plunge, jumping into a frozen lake in Minnesota during the winter.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Vice Chair and Head of Payments: Merchant and Institutional
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
St Paul, Minnesota, United States
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Priorities

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Global Payments
As the Head of Payments, he frequently discusses the future of global payments and U. S. Bank's investment in its international capabilities, particularly in Europe.
Digital Treasury Platforms
He recently led and announced the launch of SinglePoint, U. S. Bank's next-generation treasury management platform, emphasizing client partnership in its development.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
Vice Chair and Head of Payments: Merchant and Institutional
U.S. Bank
8-2021 - 1-2025
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer
U.S. Bank
12-2013 - 8-2021
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer
U.S. Bank
6-1999 - 4-2002
Sr. Risk Analyst
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Augustana Means Business: Alumnus' Career at U.S. Bank Fulfills Passions for Lifelong Learning. Featured in Augustana College
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Education
BA
Augustana University (SD)
MBA
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
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