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Bank of America Tech Executive Ed Liu Resigns

Created at 5 Aug · 6:17 PM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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Ed Liu, Bank of America's vice chairman of technology and global head of software, has resigned and plans to join a competitor. Liu joined BofA in early 2024 after a tenure at Morgan Stanley.

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Key Numbers

early 2024Ed Liu joined Bank of America
18-yearIda Liu's tenure at Citi

Who's Involved

Ed Liu
Bank of America vice chairman of technology and global head of software
Bank of America
Bank confirming executive's departure
Morgan Stanley
Previous employer of Ed Liu
Rohan Sen
Executive recently hired by Citi from Bank of America
Citi
Competitor that recently hired an executive from Bank of America
Ida Liu
Citi private bank chief who is exiting
Andy Sieg
Citi's global head of wealth
Bank of America Tech Executive Ed Liu Resigns

↳ Why This Matters

The departure of a senior technology executive like Ed Liu from a major financial institution like Bank of America can signal shifts in talent and strategy within the competitive financial technology sector. It also highlights the ongoing movement of key personnel between large banks.

Key facts

  • Ed Liu, Bank of America's vice chairman of technology and global head of software, has resigned.
  • Liu joined Bank of America in early 2024.
  • He previously held a role at Morgan Stanley.
  • Liu intends to join a competitor.
  • His departure follows Rohan Sen's move from Bank of America to Citi.

Ed Liu, a senior technology executive at Bank of America, has resigned from his position as vice chairman of technology and global head of software. The bank confirmed his departure in an internal memo, stating that Liu plans to join a competitor. Liu joined Bank of America in early 2024, having previously served as co-head of Americas technology banking at Morgan Stanley.

Liu's departure comes shortly after Citi announced it had hired Rohan Sen from Bank of America to lead its technology services sector coverage. The specific competitor Liu will join has not yet been disclosed.

Separately, Ida Liu, the global head of Citi's private bank, is also exiting the company as part of a reorganization, with her role being eliminated. Four regional heads will now report directly to Andy Sieg, Citi's global head of wealth.

Frequently asked questions

Ed Liu is a senior technology executive who served as vice chairman of technology and global head of software at Bank of America. He joined the bank in early 2024.

Before joining Bank of America, Ed Liu was the co-head of Americas technology banking at Morgan Stanley.

It has not been immediately determined where Ed Liu will be headed, but he plans to join a competitor.

Recently, Citi hired Rohan Sen from Bank of America to lead coverage of the technology services sector.

What Happens Next

01The specific competitor Ed Liu will join is expected to be determined.
02Bank of America will continue its reorganization efforts.

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How It Developed

Ed Liu resigned from his role as vice chairman of technology and global head of software at Bank of America.
Liu joined Bank of America in early 2024.
Liu previously worked at Morgan Stanley as co-head of Americas technology banking.
Bank of America confirmed Liu's departure in an internal memo.
Liu plans to join a competitor, though the specific company was not immediately determined.
Citi recently hired Rohan Sen from Bank of America to lead its technology services sector coverage.

Sources

T1
Bank of America tech executive Liu leaving for competitor, memo saysReuters
T2
Citi’s private-bank chief is leaving | Banking Divebankingdive.com
T2
Citi’s Ida Liu to Exit as Private Bank Is Overhauled | Rebecca Ungarinolinkedin.com
T2
BofA Hires Former Morgan Stanley Banker Liu for Technology Dealsnews.bloomberglaw.com

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