Empire State Entrepreneurs Episode 6: Mike Wisler of M&T Bank

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Episode six of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law is out now! In this episode, host and managing partner David Pfalzgraf sits down with Mike Wisler, Chief Information Officer for M&T Bank.

Mike shares his journey from growing up in central Ohio to joining Capital One when it was still a start-up, long before it became an international enterprise. After connecting with leaders at M&T, he relocated to Buffalo to take on a role at the bank. He reflects on how quickly he discovered Buffalo’s emergence as a leader in technology and innovation, as well as the city’s unique, supportive, and welcoming community that drives its success.

Their conversation also touches on how taking risks has been key to Buffalo’s entrepreneurial success, including Mike’s role in launching 43North and how the organization has evolved over the past decade. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning how Buffalo’s unique community has fostered a thriving entrepreneurial hub.

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