M.B.A., Columbia Business School
B.A., University of Pennsylvania

Jarron joined Marshfield in September 2024, bringing to the firm a performance-driven track record in the financial sector. He has senior-level management experience in areas ranging from venture capital to management consulting, from risk management to finance, and from business development to communications. He was previously a Managing Director at TIAA and, more recently, Chief Operating Officer & Managing Director at Zeal Capital Partners. 

Jarron credits his parents with creating extraordinary opportunities for him starting from a very young age. Today, that desire to create opportunities for others is at the center of his leadership philosophy. Jarron’s management style is grounded in opening doors and creating an environment in which his colleagues have the inspiration and resources with which to elevate their unique abilities and enhance their performance. At its core, collaboration is the thread that weaves through Jarron’s personal and professional experience.

Outside the office, Jarron serves on the National Advisory Council of A Better Chance, an organization that has placed over 18,000 students from underrepresented communities in 200 top college preparatory schools across the US. Before garnering his extensive experience in the financial sector, Jarron played outfield for The University of Pennsylvania and was an NCAA Division 1 Baseball, All-Ivy Selection, and he recently joined the team’s Board of Directors. Jarron also has a passion for one of the greatest of collaborative arts — live jazz. When he attends a performance, as he frequently does, he admits doing everything in his power to get as close to the stage as possible, displaying a true Marshfield competitive spirit. 

Vince is the Investments Chief Operations and Technology Officer for American Family Insurance.

Vince has responsibilities for Trade Operations (trade settlement, cash and position reconciliation, cash management, custody), Investment Risk Management, Performance and Attribution, Compliance, Information Technology, Data Management and Reporting. Vince’s also has responsibility for the Investment department strategic goals, budget, program management, market data and vendor management.

Prior to American Family Vince worked for Cutter Associates as a Senior Consultant. He worked with Insurance and Global Investment Management firms to develop strategies, select system solutions, improve business processes and lead system implementations for Cutter Associates which provides the investment management industry with specialized benchmarking, consulting and research services. Prior to Cutter Associates Vince worked at Metlife as a VP of Investment Technology and Operations and supported the Investments Global Operations.

Chris is a high performing finance professional with a passion for the alternative investing industry with over 25 years’ experience impacting positive organizational outcomes through strong work ethic, emotional intelligence, business management and ability to understand the ecosystems.

Rochelle Levy serves as Chief Compliance Officer for Wealth Management at City National Bank, where she safeguards a complex business model with a robust compliance framework. An attorney with expertise in forensic accounting, Rochelle is skilled at deploying scalable compliance programmes that meet the demands of today’s dynamic investment management landscape.

She brings extensive experience from top financial institutions, where she developed a data-driven approach that strengthens board reporting and enhances due diligence. Her deep knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and Investment Company Act of 1940, alongside FINRA rules, has been instrumental in building effective control testing and surveillance mechanisms.

Alaka Mishal is an experienced technology leader in the financial services sector, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer, Wealth & Investment Management at Northwestern Mutual since November 2022. Prior to this role, Alaka held the position of Head of Global ESG & Multi Asset Portfolio Management Technology at Invesco Ltd. from May 2019 to November 2022. Alaka's extensive background includes significant positions at OppenheimerFunds, including Head of Fixed Income, Multi Asset Portfolio Management & Trading Technology, and various roles in technology management from June 2005 to April 2019. Earlier experience includes serving as Lead Software Engineer at Tata Interactive Systems and as a Software Engineer at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited. Alaka holds a Master's degree in Management Information Systems from Stevens Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Technology - BTech in Information Technology from Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University.

Evan Fire, Managing Principal, Chief Operating Officer, and member of the firm’s Executive Committee. Mr. Fire joined the firm in 2003 and has held several roles during his tenure, including Chief Information & Operations Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, responsible for the oversight of the Portfolio Accounting, Portfolio Implementation, Trading & Settlement, and Information Technology groups at the firm.

An impassioned leader, with a reverence for the pursuit of excellence and an unwavering commitment to teamwork; he carefully balances the ever-changing global relationship between corporate operations, IT and cyber security.

Throughout his career, Mr. Fire has helped Pzena Investment Management by implementing innovative, technology-first, solutions designed to create operational efficiency and has been instrumental in developing strategy to meet growing regulatory demands.

Prior to joining Pzena Investment Management in 2003, he served as a Relationship Management Assistant at Brown Brothers Harriman and prior to that he worked as a Client Service Representative at Sanford C. Bernstein & Company. He earned a B.S. in Management and Finance from the School of Management Honors Program at Binghamton University.

Lou Rosato is an accomplished Managing Director at BlackRock, specializing in investment operations with a robust background in asset management. He has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, having previously led global trade operations and established retail trading platforms. Lou's leadership extends beyond his role at BlackRock; he actively participates in several industry committees, including ISITC and SIFMA, driving innovations in operational efficiency and client engagement. His career began at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, laying a strong foundation in operations analysis. Lou holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Widener University. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence have positioned him as a key player in shaping industry standards and practices. He is known for fostering collaborative partnerships and implementing technology-driven solutions that enhance operational performance. Lou is passionate about mentoring emerging leaders in the financial sector, ensuring the next generation is well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the industry.

With over two decades of experience in the financial industry, Fred has built a strong track record as a COO and CCO, implementing innovative and effective risk management and RIA/BD regulatory compliance strategies across the full spectrum of public and private markets asset classes. Recognised as a strategic problem solver, Fred is dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency, improving performance, and leading global teams and projects while upholding the highest regulatory standards. Passionate about embracing new ideas and technologies, Fred is particularly focused on blockchain and digital asset innovation, leveraging these tools to create a more seamless and effective experience for both investors and managers.

Mark Persiani, Director in Derivative Operations, is a member of BlackRock's Global Investment Operations team.  He is responsible for EMEA Clearing and Collateral Management, which facilitates calculation, reconciliation and instruction of cleared initial margin and variation margin as well as bilateral collateral movements. Mr. Persiani joined BlackRock in 2004, as part of the MLIM merger, initially working as an Analyst within our Trade Operations function in Delaware.  He quickly assumed supervisory responsibility and spent 6 years across several products, including Fixed Income, with a specialization in Mortgaged Backed Securities.  He moved to Broker Dealer Services in 2012 to lead the function in the US, before relocating to Edinburgh and assuming his current role within Derivative Operations in 2015.  He has also supported multiple firm wide operational integrations and transitions, including the initial build out of the operational processes supporting the Aladdin Trading Network. 

Raman brings over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, having held leadership roles in engineering and architecture at premier global investment firms including Fidelity Investments, Franklin Templeton, Capital Group, and T. Rowe Price. His areas of expertise span digital transformation, technology modernization, cloud migration, data and analytics, large-scale change initiatives, and investment front office and distribution technologies across retail, intermediary, retirement, wealth, and institutional channels.

He currently leads the Enterprise Data Architecture practice at Vanguard.

Raman holds graduate degrees in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts Boston and in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

Outside of work, Raman is a passionate foodie who enjoys cooking for friends and family. He also loves traveling, is an avid reader, car enthusiast, and sports fan—particularly of Formula 1 and cricket—and enjoys hiking. Raman lives in Baltimore, MD with his wife, Crystal, and their two children: Sophia, a rising sophomore at Wellesley College, and Noah, a fifth grader.

Michael Reger is the Head of Global Investment Data Management at Vanguard, where he leads the strategic direction and enterprise maturity of the firm’s global investment data ecosystem. With more than 30 years at Vanguard, Michael has played a central role in transforming how investment, reference, and index data are generated, governed, and delivered across the organization.

He has overseen multiple large-scale programmes — including the implementation of Vanguard’s Global Equity Investment Platform — and has driven the globalization of operational functions supporting the Equity Investment Group. His background spans middle- and back-office operations, program management, business technology, risk management, and fund accounting, giving him a uniquely holistic view of how data underpins investment excellence.

Michael is recognized across the industry for his leadership in data strategy, platform transformation, and building the organisational foundations required for next-generation investment workflows.