Mitchell Button

Mitchell Button is a seasoned professional in model risk management with significant experience in the banking sector. Currently serving as Senior Director of Model Risk Management at First Citizens Bank since June 2025, Mitchell has a track record of leading global model validation functions at U.S. Bank from December 2017 to June 2025, holding roles as SVP, Director of Financial Model Validation, as well as SVP, Capital Markets Model Validation, and Vice President, Model Validation Manager. Mitchell's expertise encompasses a wide range of financial risks, including PPNR, market, counterparty credit, liquidity, and operational risks. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Economics/Financial Management from UNC Charlotte Belk College of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Philosophy, and English from Belmont Abbey College.