Mike is a vice president of Veritas, a business of Oliver Wyman. He boasts more than 40 years of experience in the energy industry, spanning from physical and financial trading to consulting on trading systems and risk management.
He has led projects related to strategy, hedge analysis, risk governance, and the development of energy trading and risk management (ETRM) system programs to enhance commercial capabilities. Mike is also an experienced manager of large, complex teams and projects.
There’s never a dull moment in commodity markets — volatility is constant, and competition is fierce. Success hinges on adaptability and being prepared for the unexpected. This dynamic environment requires a keen understanding of market trends and proactive risk management
Mike co-founded Veritas Total Solutions in 2011, before the business joined Oliver Wyman in 2024. Prior to forming Veritas, Mike led the business consulting practice of an ETRM consultancy and held a partnership in Accenture’s ETRM practice. Mike also served as a business architect on Citadel’s gas and power trading desk and spent some time as a trader at Mobil.
During his time at Mobil, Mike was OpenLink Financial’s second customer, and subsequently led their Energy Division for three years. He has traded crude, refined products, fixed income, and foreign exchange, and began his career as an upstream engineer and operations supervisor at Mobil.
Mike earned a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Southern California and an MBA from the University of Colorado.
When Mike isn’t at work, he enjoys time with his family, golfing, and other outdoor activities. He’s also an avid scuba diver and amateur underwater photographer.