Melvin L. Porter

Melvin L. Porter, Jr., MBA, serves as the VP, Trust Custody Operations Manager at UMB Bank, where responsibilities include overseeing three teams within the Trust Custody Operations Department. Prior to this role, Melvin spent 16 years at State Street, progressing from Fund Accountant to Custody & Fund Accounting Fund Manager, demonstrating expertise in team leadership, customer solutions, and process improvement. Earlier experience includes serving as a Communications Sergeant in the US Army. Educational credentials include a Master of Business Administration from Baker University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from DeVry University.