Lee Bunge is a Managing Director within BMO’s Emerging Middle Market organization, where he leads national specialty sales and advances BMO’s commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences across key markets. In this role, Lee works closely with commercial customers and partners across the bank to strengthen client relationships, drive purposeful growth, and support BMO’s enterprise-wide approach to serving businesses with clarity, consistency, and long-term vision.

With more than 25 years of experience in financial services, Lee brings a strong track record in commercial banking leadership, regional management, and specialty segment coverage. Before joining BMO, he led national commercial teams managing complex client relationships and guiding strategic business development at Wells Fargo. Throughout his career, Lee has been recognized for outstanding performance and leadership, receiving multiple industry and internal awards, including the Wells Fargo Sales and Service Award, Pinnacle Award, Wholesale Bank Golden Spoke Award, and three-time Small Business Administration Banker of the Year honors.

Lee holds both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Science degree from the University of South Dakota.

A strong believer in growing the good in the communities BMO serves, Lee has been an active volunteer and community leader. He has served as Chairman of the Board for Neighborhood House in Saint Paul and has supported organizations such as Junior Achievement and Second Harvest Heartland.