Our Qualifications
Jean Catanese
Registered Principal
Professional Experience
Capital Management Group of Niagara, Inc. CFO
Insurance, Investments, and Employee Benefits Firm 1986 – Present
Broker/Dealer –Cadaret Grant & Co. Inc.
Areas of Expertise
Managerial – Identifying competencies and risks associated with building an organization, supporting employees, encouraging continued education, promoting a favorable work environment, all to achieve the goals of employees and “firm.”
Technology and Branding – Responsible for assessing technology needs of the “firm” and implementing the latest tools to meet the daily needs of employees and ascribing to a Customer Relationship Management Approach. Company Branding and Website Develoment. Co-Creator of personal designs and logo. Responsible for marketing, interpersonal relations, viable business network and image of “firm.”
Accounting – Responsible for maintaining books and adhering to GAAP (generally acceptable accounting practices) with Cash Flow Analysis, Accounts Payable, 401k Record keeper and Section 125 (POP) plan. Thirty years experience in maintaining a database of brokers and disbursing commissions and renewals. Responsible for payroll for employees' of the “firm.” Past Third Party Administrator for two municipalities providing and servicing voluntary life insurance and disability insurance to employees and working as a team member with the Human Resource and accounting departments.
Registered Principal – Expertise in supervisory requirements and compliance matters for Broker/Dealer and FINRA to implement the “firm's” trading, brokerage and compliance practices.
Financial Services – the “go to” person for the firm's research stock analysis and Investment Policy Statement creation.
Education
BA –English –Cum Laude – University of Buffalo -1991
Series 7, 24, 63 Securities License –since 2000
New York State Licensed for Life and Health –since 1987
New York State Health Insurance Marketplace Certified
New York State and Pennsylvania Long Term Care Certification
Member in Good Standing
NAIFA – National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
Albright Knox
University of Buffalo Alumni Association
Mark A. Catanese
Areas of Expertise
Insurance,Investments,Employee Benefits
Respected Leader,
Series 6, 26, 63, 65, Licensed Financial Professional
Professional Experience
Capital Management Group of Niagara, Inc. |
Owner, CEO -1991 to 2013, Consultant 2013-present |
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A full service Insurance, Investment and Employee Benefits firm servicing the Western New York Region for over thirty years; employing support staff, eighteen registered representatives, and assisting and servicing many independent agents across the state. |
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Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company |
District Manager -1986-1991 |
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Responsible for the brokerage operation, management and business development in the Western New York Region. Increasing sales volume and promoting consumer awareness of products available. |
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New York Life Insurance Company |
Registered Representative 1982-1986 |
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Comprehensive Insurance, Disability, and Investment Planning to individuals and families utilizing New York Life products. |
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Professional Development, Licensure and Affiliations
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