The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation announced that Emily Portney has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, succeeding Mike Santomassimo, who has informed the company of his decision to leave. Ms. Portney will report to Todd Gibbons, CEO of BNY Mellon, and will join BNY Mellon's Executive Committee. Ms. Portney most recently led the client management, sales and service teams for BNY Mellon's Asset Servicing business globally. She also oversaw the Americas region of the Asset Servicing business.