Rick Bleser

Rick Bleser is Vice President and Portfolio Manager at St. Germain Investment Management in Springfield, MA, where he manages custom investment portfolios for individuals, institutions, and trusts. His responsibilities include portfolio construction, asset allocation, and direct management of both equity and fixed income investments, supported by deep market analysis and a rigorous approach to client objectives.

Bleser covers a broad range of asset classes, with a specialization in equities and fixed income securities, utilizing data-driven methodologies to manage risk and optimize returns. He is actively involved in fundamental analysis, market research, and trading activities, ensuring portfolios reflect current macroeconomic trends and sector dynamics.

Before joining St. Germain in 2015, Bleser was Chief Investment Officer and previously Director of Research at Berkshire Bank, where he was responsible for investment strategy and research oversight. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University at Albany, SUNY, and is recognized for his analytical acumen and leadership in asset management within the regional finance sector.