An in-depth look at the history and growth of Bearings, formerly an asset management division within a bank and now part of Mass Mutual. The chapter explores the journey from spin-off to acquisitions, culminating in a strategic focus on fixed income, real assets, and capital solutions for institutional clients.
Mike Freno is the Chairman & CEO of Barings, a $400 billion global manager that invests across public and private fixed income, real assets, and capital solutions on behalf of its insurance company parent MassMutual and other institutions. Barings emerged from a combination of four investment brands in 2016 and has expanded its capabilities by acquiring partners with complementary skills that fit into its culture. Our conversation covers Mike's path to the CEO seat, the creation of the modern Barings, the power of insurance ownership, and lessons from leading, acquiring, and integrating asset managers.
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