Matthew Simon

Senior Vice President, IT Architect - Consumer Banking

Professional Overview
Matthew Simon is an accomplished IT and technology leader with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. As the Senior Vice President and IT Architect for Consumer Banking at Bank of America, he leverages his expertise in platform virtualization, system architecture, and IT strategy to drive digital transformation and enhance the consumer banking experience.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role at Bank of America, Matthew is responsible for designing and implementing innovative IT solutions that support the bank's consumer banking operations. He leads a team of technologists in developing robust, scalable, and secure systems that enable seamless customer interactions across digital and physical channels. Under his leadership, the consumer banking division has achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, client satisfaction, and cost savings.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Matthew held senior-level positions at leading financial institutions, including Barclays Capital and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. As a Senior Platform Virtualization Engineer at Barclays Capital, he played a pivotal role in optimizing the firm's server infrastructure, resulting in enhanced performance and cost savings. Earlier in his career, Matthew served as a Senior Systems Engineer and IT Consultant, leveraging his technical expertise to support the IT operations of various financial services organizations.

Academic Background
Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated with distinction. His academic achievements, combined with his industry experience, have positioned him as a respected thought leader in the field of financial technology.

Areas of Expertise

• Platform virtualization and cloud architecture

• IT system design and implementation

• Enterprise-level software development

• Agile project management and delivery

• Digital transformation and innovation

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Matthew has made significant contributions to the financial services industry. At Bank of America, he has spearheaded the implementation of a cutting-edge customer relationship management (CRM) system, which has enabled the bank to provide a more personalized and responsive service to its consumer banking clients. His leadership in this initiative has been recognized by industry peers, and the CRM system has been lauded for its innovative features and positive impact on customer satisfaction.

Conclusion
Matthew Simon's extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic vision make him a valuable asset to Bank of America's consumer banking division. As he continues to drive digital transformation and enhance the customer experience, he remains committed to leveraging his skills and expertise to contribute to the ongoing success of the organization and the broader financial services industry.