As President and Chief Executive Officer of Wellesley Asset Management, Inc. and a Portfolio Manager of the firm’s mutual funds, separately managed accounts and private fund, Michael is an integral part of the firm’s executive management team. He directs the firm’s trading, private client, and institutional teams and oversees day to day operations, strategic planning and execution.

In addition to his capacity as President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael works directly with some of the firm’s institutional clients. Michael uses his fifteen-plus years of fixed income and financial planning experience to guide and educate many financial advisors, plan sponsors, registered investment advisors and asset allocators.

Michael has been recognized by Forbes/SHOOK as a Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor for five consecutive years (2018-2022); in 2022, he was ranked #4 on the Next-Gen Top 100 ranking and #1 in Massachusetts on the Next-Gen Best in State ranking. In April 2024, he was recognized by Forbes/SHOOK on their list of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors. Michael resides with his wife and two daughters in Durham, NH.

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Greg founded Wellesley Asset Management in 1991. Greg draws on over thirty-five years of investment and financial experience. Greg is a nationally recognized provider of investment advisory services deploying convertible bonds. As Founder and Portfolio Manager, he has directed the absolute return-seeking philosophy of Wellesley Asset Management for over twenty-five years with the primary goal of principal protection combined with investment growth. Greg and the team at Wellesley Asset Management currently manage approximately $2 billion in convertible bonds for high and ultra-high net worth individuals, registered investment advisors, banks, pensions, wirehouses, financial advisors, and other investment professionals nationwide.

In April 2024, Greg was recognized by Forbes/SHOOK as a Best-In-State Wealth Advisor in Massachusetts for the seventh consecutive year (2018-2024). In August 2020, he was again recognized by Forbes/SHOOK on their list of America’s Top 250 Wealth Advisors. In March 2019, Greg was recognized by Barron’s on their list of America’s Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, ranking #1 in Massachusetts for the fifth consecutive year (2015-2019).

Greg worked with an international accounting firm for over 20 years and had his own CPA firm. Greg graduated from Boston University and holds an MBA with high distinction from Babson College. Greg lives with his wife in Durham, NH.

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Dawn joined the firm in 2018, bringing with her more than 35 years of experience in asset management and the securities industry. Prior to her current role, she served as Chief Compliance Officer at Wellesley, and before that, held the same position at Wellesley Investment Partners.

Earlier in her career, Dawn spent 17 years at John Hancock Asset Management, now Manulife Asset Management where she held portfolio management and trading roles across mortgages, treasuries, and investment-grade credit sectors.

She holds both undergraduate and master’s degrees in finance from Northeastern University and is a designated Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP).
 

David joined Wellesley in 2023 with over 30 years of asset management industry experience. His convertible bond investing experience began in the mid 1990’s as an analyst at Phoenix Investments. David joined Aviva Investors in 1999 as a US convertible bond portfolio manager and in 2002 David founded the Aviva Investors Global Convertible Bond Strategy, launching a European based long only convertible mutual fund. In 2005 he founded the Morley (Aviva) Convertible Arbitrage hedge fund and in 2009 he founded the Aviva Investors Global Convertible Absolute Return fund. David graduated from Bryant University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and received his Master of Science degree in Energy and Climate Policy from Johns Hopkins University. He holds the CFA designation.

Jim joined Wellesley in 2011 with over 30 years of asset management industry experience. Jim is responsible for researching new convertible bond investment opportunities, monitoring existing holdings, trading, and instructing clients and prospects about convertible bond investing. His professional background encompasses over thirty years of fixed income trading, deal making and analysis experience. Before joining Wellesley Asset Management, Jim worked at DeutscheBank on the convertible bond desk advising mutual funds and hedge funds in New York, Boston and Toronto. Prior to that Jim spent 12 years trading convertible bonds, equities and derivatives at Fidelity Investments. Jim graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and received his Master of Business Administration degree from Bentley University. He holds the CFA designation.

Steve Rawlings brings over 25 years of experience in the securities industry to his role as Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel. His career includes 20 years of distinguished service at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and eight years at a leading New York law firm.

Most recently, Steve served as Assistant Regional Director in the SEC’s Division of Enforcement in New York, where he led some of the agency’s most high-profile investigations and enforcement actions. His work spanned Ponzi-like schemes, valuation and disclosure issues, naked short selling, algorithmic trading, and investment advisory cases—often in close collaboration with the Asset Management Unit and Division of Exams.

Steve was a founding member of what is now the SEC’s Complex and Financial Instruments Unit, where he led teams investigating misconduct stemming from the credit crisis, including cases against collateral managers and investment banks. His contributions have been recognized with the Chairman’s Award for Investor Protection and multiple Enforcement Director Awards.

He holds a law degree from Washington University School of Law and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, where he was a varsity fencer. Outside of work, Steve enjoys sailing and spending time with his wife and five-year-old daughter.
 

Dennis is a seasoned financial services professional with over 25 years of industry experience, including 18 years at Fidelity Investments and 9 years at Vestmark. He brings deep expertise in investment operations, technology integration, and strategic client solutions. Dennis is known for his ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution, driving innovation and operational excellence across complex financial platforms.

A graduate of Northeastern University, Dennis combines analytical rigor with a collaborative leadership style, making him a trusted partner in delivering scalable solutions and enhancing client outcomes. His career reflects a commitment to continuous improvement, client-centric thinking, and navigating the evolving landscape of wealth management and financial technology.
 

Joseph M. Buscaino joined Wellesley in 2002 and leads the Private Client Group, overseeing both its advisors and client relationships. With more than 30 years of experience, including his early work at a local RIA beginning in 1995, Joe has extensive expertise in helping clients define and pursue their investment goals. He specializes in building and maintaining relationships with high-net-worth individuals and families.

Joe earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Northeastern University and his MBA from Babson College.
 

Jay is Head of Sales and Distribution at Wellesley Asset Management, responsible for leading the firm’s distribution strategy, business development, and client relationships across intermediary and institutional channels. In this capacity, Jay focuses on building trusted client relationships and delivering tailored investment solutions that are aligned with client objectives.

With nearly 30 years of experience in asset management and financial services, Jay has extensive experience in distribution strategy, business development and client engagement. Jay has a proven record of developing strategic partnerships and growing long-term relationships with advisors and institutions .  Prior to joining Wellesley Asset Management, Jay held sales and management roles at TD Ameritrade Institutional, Prudential, and Natixis Investment Management.

A licensed attorney, Jay earned a J.D. from Massachusetts School of Law and a B.S. from Babson College. Jay holds the Series 7, 63, and 24 securities licenses.