THOMAS V. BUETI
RIDGEFIELD
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven investment sales professional with over a decade of experience in intermediary distribution, specializing in covering RIAs, IBDs, and wirehouses. Proven ability to drive AUM growth, deepen advisor relationships, and position complex investment solutions including alternatives, SMAs, and mutual funds. Recognized for consultative selling, team leadership, and market intelligence-driven territory management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Senior Regional Director
VOYA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
New England & Northern Atlantic
01.2018 - Current
- Lead external sales efforts across RIAs and financial advisors, promoting mutual funds (taxable fixed income, public equity, real estate, infrastructure), SMAs, and alternative investments (private equity, private credit, structured products, infrastructure).
- Key achievements include top 2 fundraiser in evergreen private equity, top fundraiser in securitized credit mutual fund.
- Strategically manage a multi-state territory using segmentation data to prioritize high-impact opportunities and optimize coverage.
- Excel in positioning complex investment strategies with a focus on client portfolio fit, tax impact, and risk allocation.
- Serve as an internal leader and coach, training peers on effective presentations, and technical product discussions.
- Guide advisors and research teams through fund due diligence and subscription process, particularly for private markets.
- Extensive trave and client engagement pre/post COVID to build relationships and secure placements.
Senior Regional Coordinator
Voya Investment Management
New England & Northern Atlantic
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported territory management and advisor coverage across New England & Northern Atlantic.
- Conducted proactive outreach, investment updates, and sales campaigns to drive engagement and deepen wallet share.
- Partnered closely with senior external wholesaler to execute on territory plans and accelerate advisor development.
- Proactive travel throughout across the region.
Regional Coordinator- DCIO
VOYA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
NEW YORK, NY
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Supported national retirement plan sales across the DCIO channel.
- Built relationships with plan advisors, consultants, and COIs to drive fund adoption in 401(k) platforms.
- Contributed to significant team-wide AUM growth through collaborative sales efforts and advisor education.
Investment Associate
CLARK DODGE AND COMPANY INC.
NEW YORK, NY
07.2013 - 02.2014
- Prospected and managed client relationships, offering investment guidance and trade execution.
- Successfully raised assets through both outbound cold-calling and warm relationships.
- Provided white-glove service and account oversight for HNW clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Finance
SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY
FAIRFIELD, CT05.2012
Skills
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, thorough understanding of capital markets and investment strategies, ability to strategically align product positioning with industry trends and corporate initiatives, upbeat and collaborative personality driven by creating the proper culture, licensed (Series 7, 66)
Timeline
Vice President, Senior Regional Director
VOYA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
01.2018 - Current
Senior Regional Coordinator
Voya Investment Management
01.2017 - 12.2017
Regional Coordinator- DCIO
VOYA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
02.2014 - 12.2016
Investment Associate
CLARK DODGE AND COMPANY INC.
07.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Finance
SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY