Michael Schlembach
About Michael Schlembach
Michael Schlembach is the Managing Director and Portfolio Manager for High Yield & Multi-Asset at Marathon Asset Management, where he has served since 2020. He is also a member of the Executive Committee and has extensive experience in asset management across various prestigious firms.
Work at Marathon Asset Management
Michael Schlembach has been serving as Managing Director and Portfolio Manager for High Yield & Multi-Asset at Marathon Asset Management since 2020. He is a member of the Executive Committee, which he joined in 2023. In his role, he co-manages the multi-asset credit strategy and allocations and serves as a voting member of the Performing Credit Investment Committee. Additionally, he co-chairs the firm's ESG Committee, focusing on environmental, social, and governance criteria.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current position, Michael Schlembach held various roles in the finance industry. He worked at J.P. Morgan Asset Management as Executive Director from 2009 to 2020, where he co-managed the flagship high yield and floating rate mutual funds and was the primary manager for opportunistic and extended credit strategies. He also served as an Independent Board Observer at Appvion from 2018 to 2021 and has governance roles at CalPlant since 2020. His earlier experience includes positions at Citi, The Blackstone Group, and BlackRock.
Education and Expertise
Michael Schlembach earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business. He also studied abroad at University College Dublin. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in finance, particularly in high yield and multi-asset investment strategies.
Memberships and Affiliations
Michael Schlembach has been a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) since 2018. He is also involved in governance and advisory roles for both non-profit and private for-profit organizations. His participation in these organizations reflects his commitment to corporate governance and best practices in the finance sector.
Background
Michael Schlembach began his career in finance as a Summer Analyst at BlackRock in 2005 and later at The Blackstone Group in 2006. He transitioned to J.P. Morgan Asset Management in 2009, where he spent over a decade. His diverse experiences across various financial institutions have equipped him with a broad understanding of investment management and corporate governance.