Michael Shapiro
About Michael Shapiro
Michael Shapiro serves as the Senior Manager of Defined Contributions Operations at Transamerica Retirement Solutions, a position he has held since 2016. With extensive experience in the financial services industry, he has previously worked at Putnam Investments and Mercer in various managerial roles.
Work at Transamerica
Michael Shapiro has been employed at Transamerica Retirement Solutions since 2016. He holds the position of Senior Manager, Defined Contributions Operations. In this role, he oversees operations related to defined contribution plans, ensuring efficient management and service delivery. His tenure at Transamerica spans over eight years, and he is based in Norwood, MA.
Previous Experience at Putnam Investments
Before joining Transamerica, Michael Shapiro worked at Putnam Investments for a total of four years, from 2003 to 2007. During his time there, he served as Vice President and contributed to various operational and management initiatives. Prior to this role, he was also an Assistant Vice President at Putnam Investments from 1998 to 2003, where he gained significant experience in investment operations.
Experience at Mercer
Michael Shapiro's career includes eight years at Mercer, where he held multiple roles. He served as Senior Client Service Manager in DC Outsourcing from 2007 to 2015, focusing on client relations and service delivery in defined contribution plans. He later transitioned to the role of Director, Operations Leader at Mercer from 2014 to 2016, where he managed operational strategies and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Michael Shapiro earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Northeastern University, completing his studies from 1982 to 1987. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive experience in operations management within the retirement solutions and investment sectors.