Mike Bress

Mike Bress is an accomplished financial executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as Chief Financial Officer at Arena since April 2022, Mike is also the Managing Director of Shorewood Advisors, LLC, since 2010, where consultation services are provided to startups, mid-sized companies, and non-profit organizations. As the Founder of Fostering Love Rescues, since 2019, Mike is dedicated to rescuing and caring for adoptable animals. Their previous roles include Chief Financial Officer positions at the State of Wisconsin Investment Board, Employee Benefits Corporation, and WPS Community Bank, along with leadership at Madison Central Montessori School and Redport International. Mike holds an MBA in Finance/Strategy from Georgetown University and a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.