Chad Mentzel, Risk Management Leader

Chad Mentzel is a seasoned Risk Management Leader with extensive experience in enhancing enterprise risk frameworks across various financial institutions. Currently serving as Head of Risk Management at Gemini since February 2024, Chad is responsible for overseeing the maturation of the US Risk Appetite Statement and coordinating risk committees at the enterprise level. Prior roles include Head of Enterprise Risk Management at Cross River, Vice President at Société Générale, and Director of Enterprise Risk Management at The Clearing House, where Chad led significant transformations in risk management practices. Earlier career experiences include operational risk management positions at TIAA-CREF, Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi, Deutsche Bank, and Morgan Stanley, showcasing a robust background in identifying and mitigating risks across diverse domains. Chad holds a BBA in Business Management from Hofstra University.