Meet Our Coaches

Why The College Funding Coach?

The legacies of my father and grandfather have profoundly shaped who I am today. I joined the financial services industry to follow in their footsteps and to use my skills as a coach to positively impact my community. The College Funding Coach® allows me to do just that—by helping families plan more effectively for one of life’s biggest financial challenges: paying for college.

This work is personal. I know the value of support, preparation, and strategic guidance, both on and off the ice. Whether I’m working with families through my financial practice or mentoring young athletes as a hockey coach, my goal is always the same: to help people move forward with confidence.

The College Funding Coach® gives me the platform to connect with parents who are eager for answers but unsure where to turn. I take pride in helping them make informed decisions that can ease financial stress and create more options for their children’s futures.

Area of Focus for Delivering LKS Workshops:

Somerset, Morris, and Union Counties in New Jersey
Schools, local businesses, and business organizations

A Little More About Tim

Background:
Tim began his career with Ernst & Young (EY) in 2018 before transitioning into financial services the following year with MassMutual New Jersey-NYC. Since launching his financial practice in April 2019, he has continued to expand his knowledge and refine his planning strategies across multiple areas of finance. Tim holds the Certified College Financial Consultant (CCFC) designation and is committed to lifelong learning.

Born and raised in Long Hill, New Jersey, Tim lived there for 25 years before settling in Summit with his wife, Danielle, and their son, TJ. A lifelong hockey player, Tim now serves as the head coach of Watchung Hills Ice Hockey—a role that perfectly combines his competitive drive, mentoring mindset, and community spirit.

Community Involvement:

• Member, Stirling Elks (third-generation member)
• Chapter President, Hockey Players in Business – NJ
• Executive Member, Warren Township Chamber of Commerce
• Affiliate Member, North Central Jersey Association of Realtors (NCJAR)
• President, Watchung Hills Ice Hockey Alumni Association
• Head Coach, Watchung Hills Ice Hockey
• Co-Founder, 22 Elite Hockey Camp

Education:

• Towson University – B.A. in Business Administration

Professional Accomplishments:

• 6-Month and 1-Year Rising Leaders, MassMutual

When He’s Not Working:
Tim enjoys coaching and playing ice hockey, brewing his own beer, boating, and spending time on home improvement projects with his father. Family time is always a priority, especially with his young son, TJ, who’s already showing signs of becoming the next great skater in the family.

Broker-Dealer Required Disclosure:Insurance Representative of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual), Springfield, MA 01111-0001, and its affiliated U.S. insurance companies. Local sales agencies are not subsidiaries of MassMutual or its affiliated companies.
Securities Licensed in: NC, NJ, NY
Insurance Licensed in: NC, NJ, PA, NY
Licenses: Series 7, 63, 65

The College Funding Coach is not affiliated with MassMutual or MMLIS.

Read Tim Tedesco’s Blog Post:

The Power of Financial Literacy: Why I Became a College Funding Coach