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Executive Credentials & Leadership

About Frank J. Maresca | Executive Profile

Recognized leader in investment management governance, financial reporting, and fund operations with over three decades of C-suite and board leadership.

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Senior Executive Narrative

Frank J. Maresca is a recognized leader in investment management governance, financial reporting, and fund operations. With a career spanning over three decades, he brings a unique 360-degree perspective to fund boards and sponsoring firms—having served as a public accountant, fund administrator, fund CEO, regulatory working group chair, and NYSE fund Audit Chair.

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Career Milestones & Executive History

Active Board Leadership
  • Cornerstone Strategic & Total Return Funds (NYSE Listed: CLM & CRF): Lead Independent Director, Audit Committee Chair, SEC Qualified Financial Expert (2020 – Present).
Industry & Advisory Leadership
  • Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc.: Senior Advisor & Vice President of Mutual Fund Business Development (2018 – 2025). Chair of the U.S. Fund Regulatory Working Group and sponsor of US/European Asset Management Advisory Boards. Key contributor to industry templates for Tailored Shareholder Reports.
Executive Asset Servicing Leadership
  • Equiniti Fund Solutions LLC & Ultimus Fund Solutions: Executive Vice President & Head of Fund Administration (2009 – 2018). Served as Principal Financial Officer / Treasurer for multiple registered closed-end funds and BDCs with private/illiquid investments.
Investment Bank & Asset Management Leadership
  • Bear Stearns & Co. Inc. / Bear Stearns Funds Management Inc.: Senior Managing Director; President & CEO of Bear Stearns Funds Management Inc. (1987–1988, 1992–2008). Principal Financial Officer / Treasurer across proprietary and administered funds.
  • J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.: Executive Director, Global Equities Division (2008 – 2009).
  • PaineWebber / Mitchell Hutchins Asset Management: First Vice President & Director of Fund Administration, Chief Financial Officer of Mutual Fund Complex (1988 – 1992).
  • Deutsche Bank Capital Corp.: Assistant Vice President, Asset Management Group (1984 – 1987). Treasurer and Assistant Secretary of mutual fund and closed-end fund complex.
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC): Audit Senior (1980 – 1984), practice specialist in SEC-registered investment companies.

Professional Affiliations & Credentials

Certified Public Accountant (CPA): Qualified in the State of New York (presently inactive).
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Public Accounting, Hofstra University.
Industry Leadership: Member, Independent Directors Council (IDC); Member, Nicsa Membership & Fund Administration Committees (through June 2025).
HeartShare Education Center: Director and Finance Committee Member.
Young Musicians of Westchester: Treasurer and Director.
Long Island Artificial Reef Society: Treasurer and Director.
Board Directorship & Strategic Advisory Inquiries

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Frank welcomes confidential conversations regarding selective Independent Director, Audit Committee Chair, Advisory Board, and senior consulting opportunities with registered investment funds, BDCs, and asset management platforms.

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Location: Greater Nashville, TN Area
Phone: 631-479-2956
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