Soc Deacon
About Soc Deacon
Soc Deacon is the Assistant Vice President of Retirement Services Investment Communications at MassMutual Financial Group, with a background in marketing communications and a degree in English Literature from Drew University.
Title and Current Position
Soc Deacon is the Assistant Vice President, Retirement Services Investment Communications at MassMutual Financial Group. In this role, based in the Springfield, Massachusetts Area, he leads various functions related to marketing, investment program maintenance, communications, consulting, and training within the retirement services sector.
Professional Background and Previous Roles
Soc Deacon's professional journey includes significant roles in well-established financial organizations. Between 2002 and 2004, he served as Director, Life Marketing & Marketing Communications at The Phoenix Companies in Hartford, Connecticut Area. Before that, he was the Assistant Vice President-Director, Marketing Communications at Nvest Funds from 1998 to 2000, operating in the Greater Boston Area. In these roles, he developed and managed key marketing and communication strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Soc Deacon attended Drew University, where he studied English Literature and earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. This educational foundation in literature has contributed to his effective communication skills, which are essential in his leadership roles within the investment and marketing sectors.
Professional Expertise and Contributions
Soc Deacon has a broad spectrum of expertise in the financial services industry. At MassMutual Financial Group, he established the Investment Communications department and created a successful Investment Consulting team to support relationship management and sales teams. He is proficient in building and producing sales literature systems and product launches, as well as driving product sales through focused messaging, targeted media, and effective execution.
Leadership and Rapport-Building Skills
Known for his significant leadership skills, Soc Deacon excels in developing effective working relationships with large and small distribution and wholesaling organizations. His ability to build rapport has been instrumental in his various roles, enabling him to lead teams effectively and drive organizational success.