Dodge & Cox

New Co-Portfolio Manager for the Oakmark International Fund

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eric Liu, co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark Global Select Fund and a senior investment analyst at Harris Associates L.P., adviser to the Oakmark Funds and an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, has been appointed co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark International Fund.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eric Liu, co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark Global Select Fund and a senior investment analyst at Harris Associates L.P., adviser to the Oakmark Funds and an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, has been appointed co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark International Fund.
  • Mr. Herro has managed the Fund since its inception in 1992 and Mr. Manelli has managed the Fund since 2016.
  • "Given Eric's talent and experience, we welcome him on the Oakmark International management team," said Mr. Herro.
  • He is a graduate of the University of California Los Angeles and the University of Chicago and is a CFA charterholder.1
    The Oakmark International Fund is a diversified fund that seeks capital appreciation by investing in mid- and large-capitalization companies located outside the U.S.

Virgin Galactic Announces Changes to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (the “Company” or “Virgin Galactic”) today announced several changes to Virgin Galactic’s Board of Directors including the appointment of two new directors.

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  • Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (the “Company” or “Virgin Galactic”) today announced several changes to Virgin Galactic’s Board of Directors including the appointment of two new directors.
  • The Company also announced that Virgin Group’s Chief Investment Officer, Evan Lovell, has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors, effective April 21.
  • The Company also appointed two new directors: Raymond Mabus, Jr. and Diana Strandberg, with Mabus serving as Virgin Galactic’s Lead Independent Director.
  • Michael Colglazier, Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Galactic said: “We are thrilled to have Evan appointed as our Chair of the Board and to welcome Ray and Diana as new Board members.

Dodge & Cox Funds Appoints New Independent Trustee and Announces Planned Retirements of Two Independent Trustees

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge & Cox announced today the appointment of Shawn N. Purvis as an Independent Trustee of the Dodge & Cox Funds Board of Trustees.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge & Cox announced today the appointment of Shawn N. Purvis as an Independent Trustee of the Dodge & Cox Funds Board of Trustees.
  • Gary Roughead, Lead Independent Trustee of the Dodge & Cox Funds, commented, "We are very pleased to welcome Shawn N. Purvis to the Board of the Dodge & Cox Funds.
  • The Dodge & Cox Funds Board of Trustees oversees all seven Dodge & Cox Funds, and, effective January 1, 2023, will be comprised of 10 Trustees, eight of whom are independent.
  • Dodge & Cox Funds are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC, which is not affiliated with Dodge and Cox.

Dodge & Cox Funds Appoints New Independent Trustee

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Dodge & Cox announced today the appointment of Luis Borgen as a new Independent Trustee to the Dodge & Cox Funds Board of Trustees.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Dodge & Cox announced today the appointment of Luis Borgen as a new Independent Trustee to the Dodge & Cox Funds Board of Trustees.
  • The Dodge & Cox Funds Board of Trustees oversees all seven Funds in the Dodge & Cox Funds complex: the Dodge & Cox Stock Fund, Dodge & Cox Global Stock Fund, Dodge & Cox International Stock Fund, Dodge & Cox Emerging Markets Stock Fund, Dodge & Cox Balanced Fund, Dodge & Cox Income Fund, and Dodge & Cox Global Bond Fund.
  • Gary Roughead, Lead Independent Trustee of the Dodge & Cox Funds, commented on the appointment of Mr. Borgen, "We are pleased to welcome Luis Borgen to the Board of the Dodge & Cox Funds, and we look forward to benefitting from his deep experience and counsel on behalf of the Funds and their shareholders."
  • Dodge & Cox Funds are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC, which is not affiliated with Dodge and Cox.

Jacob Ma-Weaver Joins ARCA biopharma Board of Directors

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colo., June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARCA biopharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: ABIO) today announced that Jacob Ma-Weaver has joined its Board of Directors.

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  • WESTMINSTER, Colo., June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARCA biopharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: ABIO) today announced that Jacob Ma-Weaver has joined its Board of Directors.
  • We are pleased to welcome Jacob Ma-Weaver, the managing member of ARCAs largest shareholder, to our Board, said Robert E. Conway, Chairman of ARCAs Board of Directors.
  • ARCA biopharma is dedicated to developing genetically and other targeted therapies for cardiovascular diseases through a precision medicine approach to drug development.
  • At present, ARCA is evaluating options for development of its assets, including partnering and other strategic options.

Veteran Financial Services Lawyer Aisha Hunt Launches Law Firm, Kelley Hunt, PLLC

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Aisha Hunt, veteran fund industry attorney, is today announcing the launch of Kelley Hunt, PLLC , a new law firm offering a full range of legal services to asset managers of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, interval funds and other investment products across a wide variety of asset classes.

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  • Aisha Hunt, veteran fund industry attorney, is today announcing the launch of Kelley Hunt, PLLC , a new law firm offering a full range of legal services to asset managers of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, interval funds and other investment products across a wide variety of asset classes.
  • Prior to her most recent role as General Counsel for Vident Financial, Ms. Hunt was General Counsel for ALPS and a Partner with Dechert LLP.
  • More information on Aisha and Kelley Hunt can be found here: www.kelleyhuntlaw.com
    Kelley Hunt is a women and minority owned law firm founded by Aisha (Kelley) Hunt.
  • Vident Investment Advisory (VIA), a subsidiary of Vident Financial formed in 2014, provides sub-advisory services for a variety of index-based and actively managed strategies.

Dodge & Cox Launches the Dodge & Cox Emerging Markets Stock Fund

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

b'SAN FRANCISCO, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge & Cox announced today the opening of the firm\'s seventh mutual fund, the Dodge & Cox Emerging Markets Stock Fund (DODEX).\nCharles Pohl, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Dodge & Cox, said, "Over the past several decades we have expanded and deepened our knowledge of the global investment universe, including the emerging markets, as manager of the International Stock, Global Stock, and Global Bond Funds.

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  • b'SAN FRANCISCO, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge & Cox announced today the opening of the firm\'s seventh mutual fund, the Dodge & Cox Emerging Markets Stock Fund (DODEX).\nCharles Pohl, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Dodge & Cox, said, "Over the past several decades we have expanded and deepened our knowledge of the global investment universe, including the emerging markets, as manager of the International Stock, Global Stock, and Global Bond Funds.
  • "\nThe Dodge & Cox Emerging Markets Stock Fund utilizes the firm\'s team-based approach to selecting undervalued companies, with a focus on fundamental research, individual security selection, and low expenses.
  • Many of these companies are not included in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index.\nDana Emery, Chief Executive Officer and President of Dodge & Cox, also commented, "The Dodge & Cox Emerging Markets Stock Fund is a natural extension of our capabilities.
  • "\nThe Dodge & Cox Global Emerging Markets Stock Fund is open to the public for investment as of today.

Dodge & Cox Launches the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds Emerging Markets Stock Fund

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

b'DUBLIN, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge & Cox announced today the opening of the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds Emerging Markets Stock Fund.\nCharles Pohl, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Dodge & Cox, said, "Over the past several decades we have expanded and deepened our knowledge of the global investment universe, including the emerging markets, as manager of the Worldwide Funds Global Stock and Global Bond Funds.

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  • b'DUBLIN, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge & Cox announced today the opening of the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds Emerging Markets Stock Fund.\nCharles Pohl, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Dodge & Cox, said, "Over the past several decades we have expanded and deepened our knowledge of the global investment universe, including the emerging markets, as manager of the Worldwide Funds Global Stock and Global Bond Funds.
  • "\nThe Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds Emerging Markets Stock Fund utilises the firm\'s team-based approach to selecting undervalued companies, with a focus on fundamental research, individual security selection, and low expenses.
  • Many of these companies are not included in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index.\nDana Emery, Chief Executive Officer and President of Dodge & Cox, also commented, "The Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds Emerging Markets Stock Fund is a natural extension of our capabilities.
  • "\nThe Fund is available in the following share classes:\nThe Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds Emerging Markets Stock Fund is open to the public for investment as of today.

Stephen Haswell Joins Dodge & Cox Worldwide Investments Ltd.

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Monday, May 4, 2020

LONDON, May 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of Dodge & Cox announced today that Stephen Haswell has joined the firm.

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  • LONDON, May 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of Dodge & Cox announced today that Stephen Haswell has joined the firm.
  • He will be relocating to the United Kingdom from Munich, Germany, and thereafter will be named Managing Director of Dodge & Cox Worldwide Investments Ltd.
  • Dodge & Cox Worldwide Investments is the sole distributor of the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Fund plc, an Ireland-domiciled UCITS*.
  • Mr. Haswell will be nominated to the Board of Directors of the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds plc.

Stephen Haswell Joins Dodge & Cox Worldwide Investments Ltd.

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Monday, May 4, 2020

LONDON, May 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of Dodge & Cox announced today that Stephen Haswell has joined the firm.

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  • LONDON, May 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of Dodge & Cox announced today that Stephen Haswell has joined the firm.
  • He will be relocating to the United Kingdom from Munich, Germany, and thereafter will be named Managing Director of Dodge & Cox Worldwide Investments Ltd.
  • Dodge & Cox Worldwide Investments is the sole distributor of the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Fund plc, an Ireland-domiciled UCITS*.
  • Mr. Haswell will be nominated to the Board of Directors of the Dodge & Cox Worldwide Funds plc.