
Mike Ott
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
A former Air Force Colonel, Mike has held leadership roles as CIO at Optum and President of U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management. He’s also led across capital markets, finance, and investment management, including as Director of Equity Research at Piper Sandler. Currently, he serves as a senior advisor for the Defense Innovation Unit and was appointed to the Department of War’s BOND Program, a prestigious initiative for Business Operators for National Defense, and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation board. He serves on various philanthropic boards. He’s passionate about creating alignment across disciplines and accelerating organizations toward success. His leadership has consistently driven strategic goals at a fast pace, taking teams to new heights. He’s a Chicago native, son of a police officer, and U.S. Air Force Academy graduate who earned his MBA from Boston College. He lives with his wife, Steph, and their three children, and he takes pride in staying fit.



























