My name is Susan Mangiero. I help business, finance, and investment brands and executives grow their revenue by delivering “wow” thought leadership. I am an award-winning blogger, documentarian, and journalist, as well as a content strategist, data storyteller, editor, and executive ghostwriter.
After a productive three-decade career as a corporate trainer, financial consultant, tenured university professor, testifying expert witness, and Wall Street trader, I returned to graduate school to earn an MFA in Creative & Professional Writing. I earned my degree in 2022 by completing an MFA thesis about brand storytelling. My research and field interviews focused on how and why certain companies are more successful than others in messaging their mission and values.
What Can I Do For You?
I am a freelance writer and editor who can help you achieve your content marketing and thought leadership goals by applying my excellent writing abilities, industry experience, and knowledge about how to structure a compelling story your audience will want to hear, read, or watch.
My Results:
I have helped clients launch their ideas and successes in the form of articles, blog posts, books, explainer brochures, executive presentations, investment commentaries, memoirs, professional development workshop materials, speeches, video scripts, and much more. I am proud to receive their testimonials about my abilities to simplify complex concepts, effectively interview individuals, organize projects, conduct in-depth research, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
I have had the pleasure of working with thriving organizations that include the following: Alston + Bird, American Bar Association, Analysis Group, Association for Financial Professionals, CFA Institute, Elsevier Publishing, Global Association of Risk Professionals, HIFI Agency: Financial Marketing for Banking and Fintech, Irwin Publishers, John Wiley & Sons, Kaplan Prep, Luxor Capital Group, Mayer Brown LLP, Mesirow Financial, MetLife, Michel-Shaked Group, New Frontier Advisors, New York Institute of Finance, Northern Trust Corporation, O’Melveny & Myers, PwC, Prudential Financial, Society of Actuaries, TheStreet.com, University of Connecticut, U.S. Department of Labor, and World Bank.
Publications (as of 9/20/24):
My byline has appeared in such publications as AACSB Insights, Advances in Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, American Bankruptcy Institute Journal, American Bar Association Expert Alert, American Bar Association Probate & Property, American Bar Association Journal, American Society of Journalists and Authors Magazine, Association for Financial Professionals Exchange, Bankers Magazine, Bloomberg Benefits & Executive Compensation News, Bloomberg BNA Pension & Benefits Daily, BNA Expert Evidence, Business Valuation Update, CFA Institute Magazine, CFO Magazine, Corporate Counsel, Executive Decision, Family Foundation Advisor, Financial Services Review, Fintech Nexus News, Fraud Magazine, GT News, Hedgeco.net, Hedge Fund Manager, Hedge Funds Review, Journal of Benefits and Compensation, Journal of Corporate Treasury Management, Journal of Indexes, Mann on the Street, Mergers & Acquisitions, Pension Risk Matters, Retirement Daily on TheStreet, Risk Net, Risk Review, Seeking Alpha, The Glass Hammer, The Institute of Internal Auditors Financial Services Newsletter, The Investment Lawyer, UBS Financial Services Newsletter, Valuation Strategies
If you are ready to create impactful B2B content or need a ghostwriter to tell your amazing story, call me at 203-261-5519 or email contact@ipaintwithwords.com.
Subjects
Business Operations, Corporate Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Services, Financial Technology, Hedge Funds, Higher Education, Insurance, Investment Management, Investments, Retirement Planning, Retirement Plan Management, Risk Management
Skills
Writing Credits
Susan Mangiero’s articles and interviews have appeared in publications that include American Bankruptcy Institute Journal, American Bar Association Expert Alert, American Society of Journalists and Authors Magazine, Association of Financial Professionals Exchange, Bankers Magazine, Bloomberg Benefits & Executive Compensation News, Business Valuation Update, CFA Magazine, CFO Magazine, Corporate Counsel, Executive Decision, Family Foundation Advisor, Financial Times, Fintech Nexus News, Hedge Fund Review, Investment Lawyer, Journal of Corporate Treasury Management, Journal of Indexes, Mergers & Acquisitions, New York Times, Pension & Benefits Daily, Pension Risk Matters, Retirement Daily on TheStreet, RISK, Valuation Strategies, and Wall Street Journal
Book Credits
The Big Squeeze: Hugs & Inspirations For Every Grown-Up Who Loves Teddy Bears, Independently Published, 2017
Risk Management for Pensions, Endowments, and Foundations, John Wiley & Sons, 2005
“Complex Compensation Issues in a Divorce”, Forensic Accounting in Matrimonial Divorce, R.T. Edwards, 2005
“Chapter 5B: The Risks of Ignoring Model Risk”, Litigation Services Handbook: The Role of the Financial Expert, Roman L. Weil, editor, John Wiley & Sons, 2004
“Chapter 16: Introduction to Interest Rate Swaps”, The Handbook of Interest Rate Risk Management, Irwin Professional Publishers, 1994
“Chapter 6: Investing Internationally with an Asset Swap”, Cases in International Finance, John Wiley & Sons, 1993
Awards, Honors, Appointments
“Best Blog” Award from Pensions & Investments, a Crain Publication, for Pension Risk Matters blog – Grew readership to 1.4+ million viewers
Gold Regional Finalist Award – Investigative Category from the American Society of Business Publication Editors – “A bad return on your money” about the growing threat to investors of fraud (Fraud Magazine, Nov/Dec 2023)
As author, unless indicated otherwise.
Content marketers help their audience understand how to solve their business problems. “5 Tips for Creating Great Content from a Journalist-Turned-Marketer” addresses the importance of using content to build trust between a buyer and seller, explains why brand stories are so powerful, and discusses the role of content performance metrics.
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Talented seniors are starting successful businesses. "Experience + Passion = Success: Why Older Entrepreneurs Are Crushing It" highlights business owners who are using their skills and life lessons to create thriving companies.
A CFO’s motivation to depart from their leadership role varies, and leaves a void that can be difficult to fill. "The CFO's second act: succession planning matters" explains the importance of adequate preparation as the answer.
"The Doctoral Difference Sets Executives Apart" explains how the pursuit of a DBA or PhD prepares global managers to strategize, balance theory with practice, and lead organizations through complex times."
