San Francisco, United States and London, United Kingdom
Barclays Global Investors (BGI), one of the world's largest asset managers(1), announces the appointment of Mark Talbot as CEO Asia Ex-Japan. Previously, Mark Talbot served as CIO, Asia fixed income based in San Francisco for the last three years, and has just relocated to Hong Kong.
Mark Talbot, CEO Asia Ex-Japan, said: "In the last 8 years, I have worked in a number of roles that have included designing investment solutions for Asian clients and managing Asia fixed income teams and I am very excited to be involved in BGI's business here."
Bob Haber, based in San Francisco, who was formerly CEO of the Asia Ex-Japan business, has taken the role of Vice Chairman. In this role Bob will be using his considerable knowledge, experience and relationships in Asia to provide consultation and advice in setting the business strategy. Bob will also be helping with senior level discussions with regulators and exchanges in the region as well as assisting in coordinating client events in Asia and San Francisco.
BGI has also appointed Jonathan Pye as Head of Sales & Client Service for Asia Ex-Japan located in Singapore. Jonathan's appointment further strengthens the senior management team on the ground in Asia and BGI's commitment providing the highest levels of client service. Prior to joining BGI, Jonathan worked for Barclays Capital for 8 years with the last 7 of those in Singapore. In his previous role Jonathan was responsible for distribution from the Singapore office of Barclays Capital, as well as the coverage of Central Banks and all Premier Accounts in the Asia Ex-Japan region.
Mark Talbot continued: "The growth we have experienced to date and our desire to make a further significant strategic investment in the region has meant we need senior management present locally. I am confident that these changes we have made will mean we can continue to build on this reputation and underscores our commitment to the region."
Barclays Global Investors (BGI) is one of the world's largest asset managers(2) providing structured investment strategies such as risk-controlled active strategies and indexing. In the US, BGI is one of the largest active managers(3), set apart by its risk-controlled approach. BGI manages assets for two-thirds of the world's 100 largest pension plans(4) and is the global leader in assets and products in the exchange traded funds through its iShares(R) brand with more than 157 ETFs.(5) The firm managed over $1.6 trillion in assets as of 30/03/2006(6), for more than 2,700 clients in 48 countries around the world(7). BGI is an innovator in investment management, applying science and technology to the investment process. BGI is owned by Barclays PLC, one of the world's leading global financial services providers.
This document has been issued by Barclays Global Investors Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority and is intended for journalists only.
(1)Source: "P&I/Watson Wyatt World 500," Pensions & Investments, September 5, 2005.
(2)Source: "P&I/Watson Wyatt World 500," Pensions & Investments, September 5, 2005.
(3)Source: "Special Reports: Money Manager Directory," Pensions & Investments, May 31, 2004.
(4)Source: "P&I/Watson Wyatt World's 250 Largest Retirement Plans," Pensions & Investments, December 27, 2004.
(5)Source: Source: Morgan Stanley
(6)Source: BGI
(7)Source: BGI
CONTACT: Barclays Global Investors Lance Berg 415-597-2045 lance.berg@barclaysglobal.com Melissa McVeigh + 44 (0) 20 7668 8597 melissa.mcveigh@barclaysglobal.com Esther Nass-Fetzmann +44 (0) 20 7668 7170 esther.nass-fetzmann@barclaysglobal.com
CONTACT: Barclays Global Investors Lance Berg 415-597-2045 lance.berg@barclaysglobal.com Melissa McVeigh + 44 (0) 20 7668 8597 melissa.mcveigh@barclaysglobal.com Esther Nass-Fetzmann +44 (0) 20 7668 7170 esther.nass-fetzmann@barclaysglobal.com , ,
Source: Business Wire (Business Wire India)