Threadneedle Investments announces new Head of Distribution

Mr Ring replaces Campbell Fleming, who became Chief Executive Officer on 1 March 2013. Mr Ring has also been appointed to the company’s Business Executive Committee, and will report to Mr Fleming.

As Head of Distribution, Mr Ring will be responsible for leading Threadneedle’s sales, client service, marketing and product development efforts.

Mr Fleming commented: “Nick has been a core member of the leadership team within Distribution since he joined the company almost five years ago. As Global Head of Product he has been responsible for creating and implementing an integrated product strategy, ensuring that our product range provides high quality, compelling solutions for clients. In particular he oversaw the successful launch of Threadneedle’s commodity products and the establishment of a strong absolute return range. Since mid-2011, Nick has also led our North American Distribution, working both directly in the marketplace and with Columbia Management, Ameriprise’s US-based asset manager, to extend access to Threadneedle’s capabilities in the region. “Nick brings to the Head of Distribution role extensive technical knowledge and industry experience, combined with a strong strategic focus. He is well placed to lead the Distribution team as we continue to strive to deliver outstanding service, effective product solutions and leading investment performance for our diverse range of clients globally.

Mr Ring commented: “I’m pleased to be taking on this role at an exciting time for Threadneedle. We have a very strong Distribution team in place and we are focused on serving our clients and partnering with them to deliver effective solutions in what continues to be a challenging landscape for investors and for the investment management industry”.

Mr Ring joined Threadneedle in 2008 as Global Head of Product, with responsibility for the product development, product management and investment specialist functions. Prior to joining Threadneedle he spent nine years at Northern Trust where he held several senior roles including Head of Wealth Management. He has also worked at KPMG, Gartmore and Prudential. Mr Ring has a Law degree from the University of Reading.

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