Michael Benz

Michael Benz is a seasoned professional in the financial services industry with extensive experience in digital banking and wealth management. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor for Synpulse Management Consulting since 2017, Benz also contributes to AFG Partners as a member of the Board of Advisors, focusing on investment in transformative FinTechs across Asia. Prior roles include Global Head of Private Banking at Standard Chartered Bank, Head of Wealth Management Asia/Pacific at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, and APAC head of Products & Services at UBS Wealth Management. Benz's educational background includes a PhD in Financial Economics from the University of St. Gallen and participation in the Leading Digital Business Transformation Program at IMD. Additional credentials include a French Wine Scholar designation from Wine Scholar Guild.