Michael Valdez is a seasoned operations professional in the financial services industry with over 25 years of experience. He has excelled in strategic planning, team building, communication, product development, client servicing, budget management, staff development and motivation, process improvement, project management, vendor management, contract negotiation and operational efficiency. His educational background includes an MBA in Business from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University, a BA in Business from Elmhurst University, a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Bradley University, and a High School Diploma in Journalism from Warren Township. In terms of organizations, Valdez currently serves as the Chief Business Development Officer at National Association of Asian American Professionals and formerly held positions such as Treasurer and Director of Corporate Relations at NAAAP Chicago, Vice President, President of Asian Leadership Business Resource Council, and Co-Chair PFS Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council at Northern Trust Company.