Transamerica Taps CIO

Transamerica Asset Management, Inc. announced that John Reifsnider has been appointed chief investment officer of TAM, effective March 10.

In this role, Reifsnider will focus on leading TAM’s investment strategy, including the sub-adviser selection and monitoring process, and will be providing industry and market insights.

“John is a proven leader with a clear focus on delivering strong, long-term outcomes for investors,” said Marijn Smit, head of Transamerica Asset Management. “He has a strong track record of overseeing portfolios through market cycles and aligning teams around consistent investment frameworks while keeping investor outcomes at the center of every decision.”

Most recently, Reifsnider served as CEO of Pendal USA where he oversaw approximately $45 billion in assets.

Reifsnider holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Toledo and currently serves as an executive in residence at the University of Richmond’s Robins School of Business, where he advises students and supports investment-focused programs.