Mitch Ruud is a seasoned Solutions Architect at Bell Bank, with a career spanning over several decades in various leadership roles within the technology and financial sectors. Having started at Bell State Bank & Trust in April 2011, Mitch Ruud possesses extensive experience in guiding the life-cycle of solution development, addressing both technical and business needs. Prior to this role, Mitch Ruud held significant positions at Microsoft, including Director of Dynamics ISV Strategy, where strategic management and team leadership were key responsibilities. As a founder and Vice President of Development at INFONIZER NORTH AMERICA, Mitch Ruud led initiatives to develop Dealer Management Solutions. An educational background includes a BS in Computer Science and a BA in Business Administration from the University of North Dakota.