Michael D. Hankin

Michael D. Hankin is the current President and CEO at Brown Advisory. Michael has held this position since January of 2006. Prior to their current role, Hankin served as the CEO of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. from 2003 to 2005. Michael also held the position of President and CEO at The Wills Group from 2001 to 2002. Tate Engineering Systems, Inc. was another one of Hankin's past employers, where they worked from 1999 to 2001. Hankin's first experience in the financial industry was at Brown Advisory, where they worked from 1995 to 1999. Before their career in finance, Hankin worked as a partner at DLA Piper from 1986 to 1993. Michael also has experience working as an associate at Venable LLP from 1982 to 1986.

Michael D. Hankin attended the University of Virginia School of Law, where they earned their Doctor of Law degree. Michael also holds a Master of Arts degree from Emory University, where they graduated Summa Cum Laude. Michael earned their Bachelor of Arts degree from Emory University as well.

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