Hello, I am

Mike Baer

Passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems and drive strategic initiatives within the housing finance industry. With a proven track record of managing high-stakes projects and delivering innovative products, I help position my clients as industry leaders.

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Product Manager

Business Process Specialist

Digital Transformation Advisor

People Manager

About Me

I’m Mike, a dedicated Consultant by day and a budding Entrepreneur by night. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to continuous learning, I strive to bring innovative solutions and a fresh perspective to every project I undertake.

I balance a fulfilling career with family life as a husband and father of two. In my free time, I love exploring the beautiful Virginia wineries, spending relaxing weekends at the beach, and nurturing my many houseplants and aquariums.

My Services

Product
Management

With experience across various roles within the Scaled Agile framework, I excel at overseeing the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch. Through strategic roadmapping and cross-functional collaboration, I deliver innovative products that meet customer needs and add value to the business.

Business Process
Improvement

I am skilled in analyzing inefficiencies, collaborating with stakeholders, and documenting processes that ensure lasting impact. I focus on enhancing outcomes, quality, and compliance within organizations, delivering substantial and sustainable improvements aligned with strategic initiatives and corporate policies.

Technology Portfolio
Advisory

I align technology investments with business priorities to drive value. By developing strategies for technology efforts, I ensure optimal resource allocation and risk management. I bridge the gap between business and technology teams to ensure cohesive project execution and realization of key objectives.

My Technical Skills

My Recent Projects

Affordable Lending Platform

Streamlined a top national multifamily lender's affordable platform to create a sustainable product pipeline.

AI / ML Dataset Bias Mitigation

Assessed the impact of biased data on training algorithms used for loan approval decision-making.

Multifamily Cloud Application

Increased operational efficiency for multifamily deal processing.

My Reviews

"Mike provided excellent technical expertise on our Natural Language Processing data models. He developed a new methodology for Cisco’s Text Analytics team, resolving a modeling dilemma. Mike’s unique combination of superior technical solutions and strong team relationships is highly commendable."

"Mike led a team of five in a 300,000-loan servicing transfer to ensure SCRA compliance. His organization, leadership, and efficiency under pressure were critical in achieving a passing mark with no exceptions during an OCC exam. Mike is a high-character individual and a valuable asset to any organization."

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