Kenneth Spafford, Cfa, MBA
About Kenneth Spafford, Cfa, MBA
Kenneth Spafford, CFA, MBA, is the Head of Hedging at MassMutual, with extensive experience in investment strategy and derivatives analysis.
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Kenneth Spafford currently holds the position of Head of Hedging at MassMutual. In this role, he is responsible for creating hedging strategies tailored to individualized portfolio holdings and the specific needs of clients. Spafford’s work involves tempering the risk associated with concentrated securities positions and developing solutions for investors who are concerned with market event risk and its impact on long-term plans.
Professional Background
Kenneth Spafford has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in finance and investment. He worked as Investment Strategist at MassMutual Trust Company from 2016 to 2021, where he spent five years developing investment strategies in Enfield, CT. Prior to this, he served as a Derivatives Analyst at Babson Capital Management from 2014 to 2016. At MassMutual Financial Group, he held the role of Retirement Plan Manager from 2012 to 2014. Each of these roles has contributed to his expertise in hedging and investment strategy.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Spafford achieved his Master of Business Administration from Western New England University in 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Western New England College. With his CFA designation, Spafford has extensive knowledge in finance, particularly in creating tailored hedging strategies, risk management for concentrated securities, and tax transition analysis. His strong background in regional bond management further enhances his capability to manage diverse investment portfolios.
Previous Roles at MassMutual
Before becoming Head of Hedging at MassMutual, Kenneth Spafford served in significant roles within the company. From 2016 to 2021, he worked as an Investment Strategist at MassMutual Trust Company in Enfield, CT. During this time, he developed and implemented various investment strategies. His previous role at MassMutual Financial Group as a Retirement Plan Manager from 2012 to 2014 gave him practical experience in managing retirement plans and strategizing for long-term financial goals.
Specialization in Market Risk and Investment Strategies
Kenneth Spafford specializes in addressing market event risk and its impact on long-term plans. He is adept at creating tailored hedging strategies to meet the specific needs of clients and mitigate risks associated with concentrated securities positions. Additionally, Spafford brings expertise in tax transition analysis, which is crucial for optimizing investment strategies and ensuring tax-efficient portfolios. His background in regional bond management also allows him to effectively manage diverse and complex investment portfolios.