Mike Sluder

Mr. Michael S.
Sluder, CFA, is a Chief Investment Officer at Synovus Securities, Inc. He spearheads The Family Office at Synovus’ overall investment strategy.
He is a member of The Family Office leadership team and serves as chair of the firm’s Investment Committee.
Mike is responsible for overseeing all investment matters including setting policy, establishing processes, conducting due diligence, manager selection and monitoring, and risk management His passion for intellectual stimulation and problem-solving is demonstrated by his strategic thinking and thoroughness, enhancing our investment offerings and client experience.
As the head of our accomplished group of investment specialists, his values each team member’s ideas and encourages suggestions for new and innovative approaches.
He most enjoys working with ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and single family offices because of the intricacies and inspiration behind their personal stories, specific investment objectives, and purposeful wealth planning.
He firmly believes in creating investment solutions, not products, to deliver a highly customized strategy that meets each client’s goals.
Before joining The Family Office at Synovus in 2006, he worked at a single family office where he gained valuable experience in alternative investments, real estate, multi-generational trusts, and a deep understanding of how families work.
Prior to that, he served as a junior bond trader at SouthTrust Bank and worked in credit administration.
As a bond trader, he identified fixed income investment opportunities for small banks, corporations, pension plans, and institutions.
He has a Master’s in Economics and a B.A. in Economics from the University of Alabama and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
He is a member of The Ultra High Net Worth Institute and serves as a faculty member of the organization’s financial and investment management domain.