Jeff Sajdak, Clu, Ch Fc, Ctp
About Jeff Sajdak, Clu, Ch Fc, Ctp
Jeff Sajdak is the Head of Cash Management at MassMutual, overseeing cash management functions and promoting a performance-based culture.
Head Of Cash Management at MassMutual
Jeff Sajdak currently serves as the Head of Cash Management at MassMutual in Springfield, Massachusetts. In this role, he leads the implementation of a comprehensive cash management strategy focused on preserving principal while maximizing risk-based returns. He manages various aspects of cash management functions, including bank relationships, daily cash positions, and short-term investments. Additionally, he promotes a performance-based culture aimed at attracting and retaining diverse and exceptional talent, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and business requirements.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Sajdak has a strong educational background, having studied at multiple esteemed institutions. He holds an MBA in Finance from Western New England University, completed from 1995 to 1998. He also achieved a BA in Economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. Additionally, he has completed an Executive Leadership Program focusing on Strategic Thinking and Management for Competitive Advantage at The Wharton School. This diverse educational background underpins his expertise in cash management and financial leadership.
Previous Roles at MassMutual
Before his current role, Jeff Sajdak has held several notable positions at MassMutual. From 2013 to 2016, he served as Vice President of Life New Business and Underwriting in the U.S. Insurance Group. In this capacity, he was responsible for overseeing the underwriting process and ensuring the effectiveness of life insurance new business operations. Prior to that, he was the President of MMLISI Financial Alliances, LLC from 2006 to 2010, where he led the company and managed key financial alliances.
Experience at Voya Financial
Jeff Sajdak worked at Voya Financial as AVP at the Retirement Readiness Service Center from 2016 to 2018. Based in Windsor, Connecticut, his role focused on enhancing retirement readiness services, which included implementing strategic initiatives to improve customer service and operational efficiencies. This role further honed his ability to manage large-scale financial operations and contribute to retirement readiness.
Academic Contributions
Jeff Sajdak served as an Adjunct Professor at the College of Our Lady of the Elms from 2016 to 2021 in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Over five years, he shared his extensive knowledge in finance and economics with undergraduate and graduate students, helping shape the next generation of financial professionals. His academic contributions demonstrate a commitment to education and continuous learning, which aligns with his professional endeavors in financial management.