Michael joined Affinity in 2014 tasked with leading our IT Security Department, he assumed the role of Director, IT Security in 2017 and joined the Executive Leadership Team in February 2018. Michael has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Saskatchewan and a Masters Certificate in Project Management from York University. Additionally, he is a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and earned a Diploma in Operational Research.
Michael stewards Affinity’s IT division and ensures we remain a technology leader in the financial services industry with his strong business acumen and broad knowledge of information systems and technology. His professional experience includes information security, application development and network/infrastructure architecture. He also serves on the Board of Prairie Payments Joint Venture.
When he has free time, Michael enjoys spending it with his two daughters and playing goalie in a recreational hockey league. He also volunteers with the Evergreen School Community Council and has served on the CUCC Board of Directors.