About Alvin Kressler
About Alvin Kressler
Alvin Kressler is a veteran executive with a career spanning financial services, fintech, and not-for-profits. He held senior roles at Bloomberg, CFA New York, and Lehman Brothers, driving strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. A Bronze Star recipient from Operation Desert Storm, Alvin’s leadership foundation began in the U.S. Army. He earned his MBA from the University of Chicago and his BS from Drexel University.
Alvin Kressler holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School and a BS in Finance and Accounting from Drexel University. His leadership portfolio includes roles at Bloomberg, CFA New York, where he drove digital innovation and global expansion. A former Army Company Commander and Bronze Star awardee, Alvin’s disciplined leadership style propelled him through roles in equity research, product management, and nonprofit transformation.
Alvin Kressler brings battlefield-tested leadership to the boardroom. A Bronze Star recipient who commanded finance and armor units during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, Alvin applied military precision to financial and operational strategy, turning deficits into surpluses at CFA New York. With executive roles at Bloomberg, Lehman Brothers, and Brinson Patrick, he’s navigated dynamic markets with clarity and foresight.
From commanding troops in Desert Storm to steering organizations in global finance, Alvin Kressler’s career is a story of transformation. Starting as an armor platoon leader in the U.S. Army, he went on to lead equity research at top firms like B. Riley and Kaufman Bros., followed by high-impact roles at Bloomberg and CFA New York. As Executive Director of the CMT Association, he modernized its certification platform and expanded its global footprint.
With a sharp focus on performance metrics and operational improvement, Alvin Kressler has led organizations through high-stakes transitions. His tenure at CFA New York saw margin expansion from -3% to 10% via strategic planning. Alvin’s background spans fintech, equity research, and nonprofit management, with leadership roles at Bloomberg, Lehman Brothers, and B. Riley. He is a Bronze Star recipient and former Army Company Commander.