Michael Ward
Mike joined World First in January 2015 as Chief Executive Officer for North America and now as the Chief Revenue Officer sitting on the Global Executive team. World First is a leading foreign exchange provider, offering private individuals and companies the ability to process international payments. Mike previously held the post of CEO for North America and Europe at OzForex, for three years and before that as Business Development Manager at Jameson Bank. Mike has been active in his community with the Bridgepoint Emerging Leaders Organization serving as co-chairman. This Toronto-based organization provides patient care, research and teaching in the specialized field of Complex Chronic Disease prevention and management. Mike grew up in Toronto, moving to the States to attend University and indulge his passion for playing ice hockey, while studying Finance at Liberty College. When not working he likes to spend his free time with his family or on the golf course.
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