MissionSquare Appoints Relationship Management Leadership
MissionSquare has hired Janet Kendall and Ben Bates to lead the firm’s Relationship Management for the Eastern and Western U.S. teams, respectively.
In their roles, Kendall and Bates will lead retirement plan relationship management strategy across the Eastern and Western regions, overseeing growth, client engagement, and a team of relationship managers. Both will report directly to Art Flattich, head of Field Sales and Relationship Management at MissionSquare.
Kendall has experience in government, health care, and education markets. She is based in the greater Hartford area of Connecticut. She is a licensed attorney with a bachelor’s degree from Mount Holyoke College and a juris doctor degree from Western New England University School of Law. She has earned both the Chartered Financial Consultant and Certified Employee Benefit Specialist designations. She has also served as president of the Industry Committee for the National Association of Government Defined Contribution Administrators.
“I am genuinely excited to join the collaborative culture of MissionSquare,” added Kendall. “I feel strongly aligned with the company’s commitment to customer service and community. I look forward to supporting our Relationship Managers as they deliver strategic initiatives and consultative solutions to our clients.”
Bates joins the relationship management team after spending the prior four years leading Institutional Sales for the Western U.S. region. Before joining MissionSquare, he held various account and relationship leadership roles at LeafHouse Financial Advisors, LLC, Nationwide Financial, and Principal Financial Group. Bates holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona.
“I remain grateful for the opportunity to continue growing my career with a firm that aligns closely with my professional values,” said Bates. “It’s energizing to be part of an organization that values collaboration, purpose-driven work, and the contributions of its people. I look forward to leading a team of talented professionals as we work together to advance our mission.”
