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RealBlocks Names Douglas DuMond to its Advisory Board

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

RealBlocks, an alternative investments digital technology platform that enables global distribution capabilities for fund managers, announces the appointment of Douglas DuMond as the firms newest Advisory Board Member, where he will also serve as a Senior Strategic Advisor.

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  • RealBlocks, an alternative investments digital technology platform that enables global distribution capabilities for fund managers, announces the appointment of Douglas DuMond as the firms newest Advisory Board Member, where he will also serve as a Senior Strategic Advisor.
  • Doug is an excellent addition to the RealBlocks Advisory Board and brings a valued perspective from many of the most respected managers spanning institutional and intermediary distribution of alternatives, said Perrin Quarshie, Founder & CEO of RealBlocks.
  • He will be instrumental in helping us grow RealBlocks and deliver our best-in-class product to new clients.
  • I am excited to join RealBlocks Advisory Board at this point in the firms growth trajectory, said DuMond.

Natixis Investment Managers Affiliated Funds Earn 2022 US Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards

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Friday, March 11, 2022

Natixis Investment Managers today announced that funds managed by two of its affiliate investment management firms WCM Investment Management and Harris Associates earned 2022 Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards for the US.

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  • Natixis Investment Managers today announced that funds managed by two of its affiliate investment management firms WCM Investment Management and Harris Associates earned 2022 Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards for the US.
  • The Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards earned by Natixis IMs affiliate investment managers demonstrates the strength of our high-conviction active management strategies and the role those strategies play in achieving clients long-term investment goals, said David Giunta, CEO of Natixis Investment Managers in the US.
  • The Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards, granted annually, highlight funds and fund companies that have excelled in delivering consistently strong risk-adjusted performance relative to their peers.
  • Natixis Investment Managers distribution and service groups include Natixis Distribution, LLC, a limited purpose broker-dealer and the distributor of various U.S. registered investment companies for which advisory services are provided by affiliated firms of Natixis Investment Managers, Natixis Investment Managers S.A. (Luxembourg), Natixis Investment Managers International (France), and their affiliated distribution and service entities in Europe and Asia.

Paul Stewart, CEO of Gateway Investment Advisers, to Retire

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

Gateway Investment Advisers, LLC (Gateway), a registered investment adviser and affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM), today announced that Gateways CEO, Paul Stewart, will retire effective June 30, 2022.

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  • Gateway Investment Advisers, LLC (Gateway), a registered investment adviser and affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM), today announced that Gateways CEO, Paul Stewart, will retire effective June 30, 2022.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220303005241/en/
    Michael Buckius will become CEO of Gateway Investment Advisers after Paul Stewart's retirement on June 30, 2022 and will retain his role as Chief Investment Officer.
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    Stewart, who joined Gateway in 1995, has spent his entire investment career at the firm.
  • Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Gateway Investment Advisers, LLC (Gateway) specializes in low volatility equity strategies for risk-conscious investors.

Natixis Investment Managers Hires Mabrouk Chetouane as Head of Global Market Strategy, Solutions, International

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) one of the worlds largest asset managers with 1,199.4 billion in AUM, has hired Mabrouk Chetouane as Head of Global Market Strategy, Solutions, International.

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  • Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) one of the worlds largest asset managers with 1,199.4 billion in AUM, has hired Mabrouk Chetouane as Head of Global Market Strategy, Solutions, International.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220215005259/en/
    Mabrouk Chetouane, Head of Global Market Strategy, Solutions, International at Natixis Investment Managers (Photo: Business Wire)
    In his new role, Mabrouk will lead and manage the global market strategy team responsible for developing the in-house macroeconomic, asset allocation and investment views within Natixis IM Solutions, which are essential to both clients and sales.
  • Additionally, investment solutions are offered through Natixis Investment Managers Solutions and Natixis Advisors, LLC.
  • Natixis Investment Managers distribution and service groups include Natixis Distribution, LLC, a limited purpose broker-dealer and the distributor of various U.S. registered investment companies for which advisory services are provided by affiliated firms of Natixis Investment Managers, Natixis Investment Managers S.A. (Luxembourg), Natixis Investment Managers International (France), and their affiliated distribution and service entities in Europe and Asia.

Legendary Value Investors Gather for Lively Debate

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Monday, February 14, 2022

Ariel Investments, LLC (Ariel or the firm), a global value-based asset management firm, today announced it will host its third gathering of legendary value investors virtually on March 1, 2022 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

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  • Ariel Investments, LLC (Ariel or the firm), a global value-based asset management firm, today announced it will host its third gathering of legendary value investors virtually on March 1, 2022 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220214005729/en/
    Join us for another lively conversation between legendary value investors.
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    David G. Herro, CFA, Deputy Chairman, CIO-International Equities and Portfolio Manager, Harris Associates
    Tune in to hear the industrys top value investors debate whats ahead for investors in 2022, stock picks, and more.
  • Ariel serves individual and institutional investors through five no-load mutual funds and nine separate account strategies.

Top Investment Professionals Say Investors Are Overexposed to Risky Assets, Finds Natixis Investment Managers Survey

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Natixis Investment Managers Global Survey of Fund Selectors was conducted by CoreData Research in November and December 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Natixis Investment Managers Global Survey of Fund Selectors was conducted by CoreData Research in November and December 2021.
  • Natixis Investment Managers multi-affiliate approach connects clients to the independent thinking and focused expertise of more than 20 active managers.
  • Additionally, investment solutions are offered through Natixis Investment Managers Solutions and Natixis Advisors, LLC.
  • Natixis Investment Managers distribution and service groups include Natixis Distribution, LLC, a limited purpose broker-dealer and the distributor of various U.S. registered investment companies for which advisory services are provided by affiliated firms of Natixis Investment Managers, Natixis Investment Managers S.A. (Luxembourg), Natixis Investment Managers International (France), and their affiliated distribution and service entities in Europe and Asia.

Loomis Sayles Launches New Private Credit Group Led by Industry Veteran Chris Gudmastad

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Friday, January 7, 2022

Loomis, Sayles & Company, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, today announced the launch of the Loomis Sayles Private Credit Group along with the hiring of Chris Gudmastad, CFA, who will lead this effort as head of private credit.

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  • Loomis, Sayles & Company, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, today announced the launch of the Loomis Sayles Private Credit Group along with the hiring of Chris Gudmastad, CFA, who will lead this effort as head of private credit.
  • As senior private credit analyst reporting to Chris, Myles will lead credit analysis for originating, underwriting and structuring private credit opportunities across a range of sectors.
  • Chris brings more than 20 years of financial services experience to his new position, most of which focused on private credit.
  • He comes to Loomis Sayles from Securian Asset Management, where he was vice president and head of private credit.

Outlook: Institutional Investors Are Confident About Growth Prospects, but See Risks for Individuals, Finds Natixis Investment Managers Survey

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

The global survey included responses from nearly 100 institutional investors in the United States, who collectively manage $1.3 trillion in assets.

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  • The global survey included responses from nearly 100 institutional investors in the United States, who collectively manage $1.3 trillion in assets.
  • Natixis Investment Managers Global Survey of Institutional Investors conducted by CoreData Research in October and November 2021.
  • Natixis Investment Managers multi-affiliate approach connects clients to the independent thinking and focused expertise of more than 20 active managers.
  • Natixis Investment Managers distribution and service groups include Natixis Distribution, LLC, a limited purpose broker-dealer and the distributor of various U.S. registered investment companies for which advisory services are provided by affiliated firms of Natixis Investment Managers, Natixis Investment Managers S.A. (Luxembourg), Natixis Investment Managers International (France), and their affiliated distribution and service entities in Europe and Asia.

Natixis Investment Managers Joins Morgan Stanley Collaborative to Expand Opportunities for the Next Generation of Diverse Leaders in Financial Services

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) today announced it is joining The Equity Collective, a new multi-year collaboration launched by Morgan Stanley designed to educate, empower and develop the next generation of diverse leaders in the finance industry.

Key Points: 
  • Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) today announced it is joining The Equity Collective, a new multi-year collaboration launched by Morgan Stanley designed to educate, empower and develop the next generation of diverse leaders in the finance industry.
  • Natixis Investment Managers multi-affiliate approach connects clients to the independent thinking and focused expertise of more than 20 active managers.
  • Additionally, investment solutions are offered through Natixis Investment Managers Solutions and Natixis Advisors, LLC.
  • Natixis Investment Managers distribution and service groups include Natixis Distribution, LLC, a limited purpose broker-dealer and the distributor of various U.S. registered investment companies for which advisory services are provided by affiliated firms of Natixis Investment Managers, Natixis Investment Managers S.A. (Luxembourg), Natixis Investment Managers International (France), and their affiliated distribution and service entities in Europe and Asia.

Loomis Sayles Celebrates Anniversaries of Growth Equity Strategies Team’s Large Cap Growth and All Cap Growth Offerings

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

The benchmark for the Large Cap Growth Composite is the Russell 1000 Growth Index.

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  • The benchmark for the Large Cap Growth Composite is the Russell 1000 Growth Index.
  • The benchmark for the All Cap Growth Composite is the Russell 3000 Growth Index.
  • Loomis, Sayles & Company, L.P.(Loomis Sayles) is an independent advisory firm registered under the Investment Advisors Act of 1940.
  • Loomis Sayles Trust Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Loomis, Sayles & Company, LP.