Director, Technology Innovation - First Merchant's Bank : Job Details

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Director of Technology Innovation to join our team! This position will drive business growth and competitive advantage by leading the creation and execution of innovation strategies that enhance client and employee experiences, streamline processes, and leverage emerging technologies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead and manage the innovation process from idea generation to implementation, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals. Oversee the identification and evaluation of emerging technologies, with a focus on generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, software development and automation platforms. Serve as the enterprise lead for Microsoft Copilot deployment, overseeing agent design, training, and adoption. Collaborate across departments to pilot, validate, and deploy innovation initiatives that improve client and employee experiences. Establish and monitor key performance indicators for innovative projects, ensuring continuous impro...Director, Technology, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Microsoft, Banking