Mike Nitka is a Managing Director at Stifel leading a private investments and partnerships platform. Mike has been with Stifel since 2012 developing the firm’s capabilities around investing in and supporting small and medium businesses. Mr. Nitka joined Stifel from Cantor Fitzgerald, where he built and managed a corporate loan specialty banking business. Prior to joining Cantor Fitzgerald, Mr. Nitka specialized in deal origination at UBS,  Credit Suisse and Bank of America. Mike supports his community as a member of his local planning board and through participation on the advisory board of 51 Vets, an organization committed to connecting skilled veterans with the business community. Mr. Nitka received a BBA from Loyola University Maryland, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.