Notes from the Desk

Michael Arone


Michael Arone is a Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist for State Street Global Advisors U.S. Intermediary Business Group. He is responsible for expanding SSGA’s footprint and thought leadership effort. Michael is a highly regarded speaker at industry conferences and is the author of several articles related to investment management practices. He is a member of the firm’s Senior Leadership Team. During his 20-year career as an investment professional, Michael has served as the Global and EMEA Head of Portfolio Strategy as well as a senior portfolio manager in the Global Active Quantitative Equity Group. Michael holds a BS in Finance from Bentley College. He has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst designation and is a member of the Boston Security Analysts Society and CFA Institute.