Mike Tarsala

Adjunct Instructor

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Mike Tarsala is a seasoned content and digital marketing strategist with more than two decades of experience in investment management, trading, and financial journalism. He holds an MBA from UMass Amherst, a master’s degree in digital marketing strategy from the University of Florida, and a bachelor’s in journalism from Arizona State University. Currently serving as Vice President of Thought Leadership at Fidelity Investments, Mike has also worked as an equity analyst, on-air reporter, and relationship manager supporting financial advisors nationwide. His teaching philosophy centers on facilitation, self-discovery, and practical application, encouraging students to approach marketing with curiosity, creativity, and a mindset of continuous improvement.