Michael Witmer joined DECO Recovery Management in 2017 and currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company’s financial strategies and leading all financial functions including billing, business analytics and call center operations.
In 2013, Mr. Witmer joined Calvert Investments, a $12B asset management company. While at Calvert, Mr. Witmer led sales planning, performance reporting, compensation planning and profitability optimization for the company’s distribution and marketing function. He was also a key team member responsible for the financial review and assessment of various merger and acquisition business opportunities, including the eventual sale of the company.
Prior to joining Calvert Investments, Mr. Witmer spent over 20 years with General Electric corporation. His most recent role was VP Finance, Distribution & Marketing, where he provided strategy and leadership support driving over $2B in annual sales and managing a $130M operating budget. During his tenure with General Electric, he held various financial leadership roles in GE Aerospace, GE Power Systems, GE Capital and GE Insurance. He has extensive experience leading efforts to maximize financial and operational performance. He has worked in and/or supported a broad range of functions including but not limited to financial planning and analysis, corporate sourcing, accounting, operations, growth initiatives, quality, risk management and information technology.
In addition to his expertise, Mr. Witmer is known for his creativity, tenacity, and collaborative approach. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Finance and Accounting from Stockton State University. He is also a graduate of the GE Financial Management Leadership Program (FMP) and is Six Sigma Greenbelt certified.