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SEI appoints Jeff Benfield as chief product officer

January 8, 2026 9:01 AM EST

SEI (NASDAQ: SEIC) announced the appointment of Jeff Benfield as Chief Product Officer. Benfield will report to Chief Technology Officer Zach Womack and oversee SEI's enterprise product strategy, development, and execution across the full product lifecycle.



In his new role, Benfield will be responsible for product ideation, creation, execution, and optimization while ensuring alignment with business goals, growth opportunities, regulatory requirements, and client needs.



Benfield previously served as Head of Platform Strategy and Operations for SEI's Asset Management business, where he led strategic vision and execution of investment and technology solutions for independent advisor, institutional, and private wealth management businesses.



"Jeff's proven ability to drive product innovation and his deep understanding of the financial technology landscape will help us deliver solutions that not only meet but anticipate our clients' needs," said Womack.



Benfield joined SEI in 2014 in a strategy, transformation, and product management role for the company's global Private Banking business. He has more than 18 years of experience in financial services, including positions at Vanguard, BNY Mellon's Pershing/Albridge, and Axa Advisors.



He holds a bachelor's degree from Lehigh University, an MBA from Texas A&M University, a Certificate in Financial Planning from Wake Forest University, and is a Certified Financial Planner.



SEI manages, advises, or administers approximately $1.8 trillion in assets as of September 30, 2025, according to the company's statement.


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