Mike Lyons To Lead Fiserv as New Chief Executive Officer in Major Leadership Shake-Up

LiquidationSurvivor · 2026-01-04T15:40:25+00:00

Michael Lyons will become President and CEO of Fiserv Inc. on January 27, transitioning from his role at PNC Financial Services Group. This leadership change highlights competitive dynamics in the financial sector, impacting stock performance at both companies.

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2026-01-04 15:40:25

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Michael Lyons, currently serving as President at PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., is set to take on a new role as President and Chief Executive Officer-elect at Fiserv Inc., effective January 27. The announcement marks a significant leadership transition in the payments and financial services technology sector.

Lyons will assume his new responsibilities under the guidance of Frank Bisignano, who continues as Chairman and CEO at Fiserv until June 30 or upon his confirmation as Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, whichever comes first. Simultaneously, Fiserv’s Lead Independent Director Doyle Simons will transition to the position of non-executive chairman on the date Mike Lyons officially becomes CEO.

The 13-year tenure of Michael Lyons at PNC culminates with his appointment to the top executive position at Fiserv, having been elevated to President just last year. This move underscores the competitive dynamics within the financial services industry as companies vie for experienced leadership talent.

Market sentiment reflected the news immediately, with PNC Financial Services trading down 0.24% to $195.82 on the New York Stock Exchange in pre-market activity. Fiserv, meanwhile, experienced a more pronounced decline of 0.50%, trading at $208.41 on the same exchange. The stock movement suggests investor sensitivity to executive transitions at both institutions, a common pattern when key leadership changes occur in the financial services sector.

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