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Michael Wisler

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Chief Information Officer at M&T Bank
📍 Buffalo, New York, United States

As Chief Information Officer at M&T Bank, Michael Wisler leads the companys technology strategy, driving a digital transformation with a focus on creating a modern engineering culture. With a Masters from the University of Virginia and previous experience at Capital One, he is passionate about modernizing banking. People who have worked with him describe him as engaged and dedicated.

Michael is deeply committed to establishing Buffalo as a national tech hub, serving as the chairman of the startup accelerator 43North and as a board member for TechBuffalo. He is a vocal advocate for women in technology, having authored articles and spoken at conferences to support their advancement.

Interesting fact: He was recognized by Computerworld magazine as one of the “Premier 100 Information Technology Leaders” for his work in the industry.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
Chief Information Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Buffalo, New York, United States
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Priorities

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Engineering Culture
Frequently speaks about instilling a "builder's mindset" and transforming the company's talent profile to drive its digital transformation forward.
Buffalo's Tech Scene
Actively fosters the local startup community as the chairman of 43North and a board member of TechBuffalo to make the region a tech magnet.
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Career

Work history

5-2018
Chief Information Officer
M&T Bank
8-2012 - 4-2018
Managing Vice President, Technology - North American Credit Cards
Capital One
8-2010 - 8-2012
Vice President, Technology - North American Credit Cards
Capital One
3-2009 - 7-2010
Vice President, Technology - Capital One Europe CIO
Capital One
11-2006 - 2-2009
Senior Director, Technology - UK Credit Card Division
Capital One
In the press

Media appearances

M&T Bank CIO Michael Wisler on Driving an Engineering Culture .... Featured in Metis Strategy
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M&T Bank's Mike Wisler and his mission to bring tech to Buffalo. Featured in The Buffalo News
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Education
2009 - 2010
M.S.
University of Virginia
1993 - 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The University of Findlay
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