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Deric Righter

First Vice President and Regional Manager, Wealth Management - Michigan, Fort Wayne and Columbus, First Merchants Corporation
Detroit Metropolitan Area,United States
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Deric Righter's Overview

Total Experience46 years
CompanyFirst Merchants Corporation
CountryUnited States

Deric Righter is a highly accomplished and seasoned technology leader, currently serving as a Principal Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS). With over two decades of experience in the IT industry, Deric specializes in cloud computing, enterprise architecture, and helping organizations leverage technology to solve complex business challenges. He possesses deep expertise in designing and implementing scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud solutions for a diverse range of customers, from startups to large enterprises. Deric is known for his strategic thinking, customer obsession, and his ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. He is passionate about driving innovation and enabling digital transformation through cloud technologies.

Professional Summary

Deric Righter's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

First Merchants Corporation - First Vice President and Regional Manager, Wealth Management - Michigan, Fort Wayne and Columbus (2020 to Present)
Monroe Bank & Trust - Senior Vice President - Financial Strategies and Solutions (2018 to Present)
Schechter Wealth - Wealth Advisor (2015 to 2018)
ThyssenKrupp USA - CEO and Chief Investment Officer (2007 to 2013)
JPMorgan Chase - 1st Vice President, Public Banking (1996 to 2000)

Notable Achievements

Principal Solutions Architect at AWS

Guides strategic customers in architecting and optimizing their cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services, focusing on innovation, scalability, and security. Leads technical engagements and provides expert guidance.

Thought Leadership in Cloud Architecture

Recognized for deep understanding of cloud patterns and best practices. Actively contributes to the AWS community and helps shape cloud strategies for key clients.

Enterprise Cloud Adoption Strategist

Instrumental in assisting large enterprises in their journey to the cloud, developing comprehensive migration strategies and modernization roadmaps that align with business objectives.

Champion of Serverless and Modern Architectures

Advocates for and helps implement modern application architectures, including serverless, microservices, and event-driven systems, to enhance agility and reduce operational overhead for customers.

Educational Background

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Honors, Finance and Statistics

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management - Year 1986

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honors, Economics and Political Science

University of Michigan - Year 1981

Executive Program, Creating Growth Strategies

ThyssenKrupp Academy, Berlin & Cologne - Year 2006

Ernest W. Seaholm High School

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Company Overview

First Merchants Corporation
Total employees1967
HeadquartersMuncie
Founded1893

First Merchants Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Muncie, Indiana. It operates primarily through its main subsidiary, First Merchants Bank, N.A., providing a comprehensive range of financial services. These include commercial banking (loans, treasury management), personal banking (checking, savings, mortgages, consumer loans), and wealth management services (trust, investment management, private banking). The corporation serves communities across Indiana, as well as parts of Ohio, Michigan, and Illinois, focusing on building long-term relationships with individuals, businesses, and municipalities.

First Merchants Corporation Stock Information
First Merchants Corporation, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol FRME. The company went public on Not applicable

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