Michael Lasch
About Michael Lasch
Michael Lasch is the Head of Investment Product - Annuities at MassMutual, with extensive experience in financial services and product management.
Current Role at MassMutual
Michael Lasch currently serves as the Head of Investment Product - Annuities at MassMutual. In this role, he focuses on the development and management of annuity investment products. Michael's responsibilities include leading the execution of fund mergers and repositionings to enhance MassMutual's product offerings. He has developed clear branding and messaging strategies for these products, contributing significantly to MassMutual's market positioning.
Consultant Experience in Financial Services
Before joining MassMutual, Michael Lasch worked as a Consultant and Freelance Writer in Financial Services from 2016 to 2019. Based in Boston, MA, he provided consultancy services to clients, leveraging his extensive industry knowledge and experience. This role underscored his ability to negotiate disparate perspectives among stakeholders and create successful solutions.
Experience at Fidelity Investments
From 2011 to 2014, Michael Lasch was Vice President and Team Leader - Investment Capability Management at Fidelity Investments. During his tenure, he played a key role in leading major cross-company initiatives, including full-cycle product development and launches. His expertise in investment capability management made him a reliable resource for colleagues, senior leaders, and teams seeking industry insights.
Positions at Columbia Management Group
Michael Lasch held multiple positions at Columbia Management Group. He started as a Senior Product Manager from 2004 to 2009 and later became Director - Equity Product Management from 2009 to 2011. In these roles, he was instrumental in overseeing equity product management, contributing significantly to the firm's growth and success during his tenure.
Educational Background
Michael Lasch has a strong educational background with degrees from prestigious institutions. He earned his MBA in Corporate Accounting from the University of Rochester - Simon Business School, where he studied from 1995 to 1997. Prior to that, he obtained a BA in Economics from the University of Vermont, studying from 1986 to 1990. This academic foundation has been pivotal in his career in financial services.