Michael Berger

Sr. Director, Small Business Specialist at Visa

Michael Berger, a highly experienced Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified business management consultant, boasts a background that emphasizes solutions based on foundational realities. With a successful track record in project management, Michael has utilized his expertise in statistical analysis, Six Sigma management framework, and financial analysis to data-driven solutions. Additionally, Michael excels in change management strategies, allowing him to move solutions from recommendation to implementation.

Michael received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and his Master of Business Administration in Management Science from the University of Miami - School of Business. Michael's professional experience includes being Manager, High Reliability Practice at Baptist Health South Florida, and multiple positions at Inova Health Systems, VITAS Healthcare, University of Miami Hospital, Habitat for Humanity Greater Miami, Residence Inn, Cor Concepts Marketing, and Collegiate Times - Educational Media Company of Virginia Tech.

In his latest position, Michael undertakes creating and maintaining a culture of safety and high reliability in Healthcare delivery. He is a skilled negotiator with excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Experience

Sr. Director, Small Business Specialist at Visa (June 2023 - Present)

Director, Small Business Solutions at Visa (August 2021 - June 2023), Senior Manager, Commercial Co-brand Product Management at American Express (March 2019 - August 2021), Senior Manager, B2B Development, Small Business & Middle Market Partnerships at American Express (November 2016 - March 2019), Senior Manager, Client Management at American Express (April 2015 - November 2016), Director, Office of Student Engagement at NYU Stern School of Business (January 2013 - August 2014), Relationship Manager, Office of Career Development at NYU Stern School of Business (August 2010 - December 2012), Assistant Director, MBA Admissions at NYU Stern School of Business (November 2007 - August 2010), Senior Development Associate at New York University (June 2005 - November 2007), Youth Director at Temple Israel of Sharon (June 2002 - August 2004), Tour Leader at United Synagogue Youth (2000 - 2004)