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Executive Background

Frank J. Maresca | Curriculum Vitae

Comprehensive executive career history, SEC Form N-2 proxy bio statements, board directorship track record, and civic leadership.

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Career Milestones

Executive Resume & Leadership Record

35+ Years of Leadership in SEC-Registered Funds & Financial Services

Audio Executive Briefing

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Briefing covering candidacy for board positions and senior consultancy opportunities across designated disciplines.

1:15 min

Complete Professional Resume & Bio

Full unabridged executive CV formatted for SEC Nominating Committees.

Independent Director & Audit Committee Chair

NYSE-Listed Closed-End Investment Funds (CLM & CRF)

2020 – Present
  • Serve as Independent Director and Chair of the Audit Committee for $3B+ SEC-registered, NYSE-listed closed-end fund complex.
  • Designated as the board's SEC Audit Committee Financial Expert under Sarbanes-Oxley Section 407, overseeing internal controls, GAAP accounting, independent audit engagements, and financial statement integrity.
  • Lead independent board oversight of annual 15(c) investment advisory contract renewals, fee structures, and expense caps.
  • Oversee board implementation of SEC Rule 2a-5 valuation frameworks, pricing designee reporting, and liquidity risk programs.
  • Successfully initiated an audit firm search resulting in a seamless external PCAOB audit firm transition.

Senior Advisor & Vice President - Mutual Fund Business Development

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR)

2018 – 2025
  • Senior Advisor (2022–2025) and VP (2018–2022). Chaired US Fund Regulatory Working Group and advised asset managers on SEC rulemaking.
  • Developed industry templates for SEC Tailored Shareholder Reports (TSR), driving operational efficiency and cost reductions across client complexes.
  • Partnered with fund board trustees, CCOs, and transfer agents to streamline shareholder communications and cost controls.

Executive Vice President / Head of Fund Administration

Equiniti Fund Solutions & Ultimus Fund Solutions

2009 – 2018
  • Created and headed the fund administration division. Served as Principal Financial Officer (PFO) and Treasurer for registered closed-end funds and Business Development Companies (BDCs) holding illiquid investments.
  • Directed closed-end fund servicing, custody oversight, and transfer agency operations across multiple funds under administration.

Executive Director - Global Equities Division

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

2008 – 2009
  • Led executive operational and financial servicing initiatives supporting institutional equity investment platforms and prime brokerage services.

President, Chief Executive Officer & Senior Managing Director

Bear Stearns Funds Management Inc. / Bear, Stearns & Co. Inc.

1987 – 2008
  • Served as Chief Executive Officer of Bear Stearns Funds Management, overseeing multi-billion dollar proprietary registered mutual fund operations.
  • Engaged directly with independent trustees on quarterly financial reporting, audit findings, SEC regulatory filings, and transfer agency operations.

Chief Financial Officer & First Vice President - Director of Fund Administration

Mitchell Hutchins Asset Management Inc. (PaineWebber Group)

1988 – 1992
  • Served as Chief Financial Officer for the mutual fund complex and Principal Financial Officer / Treasurer for PaineWebber Funds and various administration entities.

Assistant Vice President - Asset Management Group

Deutsche Bank Capital Corp.

1984 – 1987
  • Served as Treasurer and Assistant Secretary for proprietary mutual fund complexes and registered closed-end funds.

Audit Senior - Investment Company Specialist

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

1980 – 1984
  • Conducted statutory audits for SEC-registered investment companies, mutual funds, and financial institutions as a practice specialist.

Community and Non-Profit Service

Bringing Governance Experience to Mission-Driven Organizations

Supporting mission-driven organizations with disciplined financial oversight, collaborative board service, and thoughtfully designed AI-assisted workflows.

HeartShare Education Center

Director & Board Member

Governance and financial leadership for specialized educational programs serving children with autism spectrum disorders and special needs.

Young Musicians of Westchester

Director & Treasurer

Financial reporting, Form 990 compliance, donor fund accounting, and board budget approvals for an educational arts non-profit.

Long Island Artificial Reef Society

Director & Treasurer

Financial oversight and board treasury leadership for marine habitat creation and artificial reef environmental projects.

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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