Take Charge of Your Future
Meet our experts
Our expert speakers will share practical guidance and real-world examples to help you feel more confident about managing money today and planning for what’s next.
Chief Executive Officer, RPB
About Michael
Before being named as RPB’s chief executive officer in 2019, Michael was its executive director since 2015, leading “the best team one could ever hope for.” Michael has overseen the addition of a number of new programs and features, including: self-directed funds, the Reform Jewish Values Stock Fund, and daily fund valuation; a new, full-scale branding and communications program; and the redesign and launch of a new online portal for employers.
The Reform Movement has been Michael’s professional home since 2005, during which time he held executive positions with Union for Reform Judaism and Congregation Rodeph Sholom in New York City. Prior to 2005, Michael worked in the for-profit sector in finance and management consulting at firms that include Ernst & Young and Arthur Andersen. He holds an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business and a BS from the University at Albany. He lives in the New York area with his wonderful wife and two incredible daughters.
Chief Marketing Officer
About Stephanie
Stephanie is responsible for RPB’s participant and employer communications and educational programs. She has led the development of a dynamic new branding and communications program to better serve our plan participants and their employers.
Before joining RPB in 2016, Stephanie was the Director of Marketing at B’nai Jeshurun. Prior to that, she worked extensively in marketing and communications for many financial services firms, including UBS, Charles Schwab, and JPMorgan Chase. Stephanie is an adjunct professor at Adelphi University, where she teaches undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in marketing and business. She holds an MBA and Financial Planning certification from Adelphi University, a Non-Profit Management and Communications Certification from CUNY Graduate Center, and a BA in Russian language and literature from the University of Maryland.
Workplace Financial Consultant, Fidelity Investments
About Dennis
Dennis Gump, a Fidelity Workplace Financial Consultant, has more than 10 years with the company. He was previously an investment education consultant with the Fidelity Employee Meeting group for the North-East region. Dennis promotes wellness for plan participants through one-on-one planning and educational events. He is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, investment advisor representative, registered securities representative, and licensed insurance representative.