Communiqué de presse

04 December 2024

GAM appoints Steven Williams to lead UK Distribution growth

GAM Investments announces the appointment of Steven Williams as the Head of UK and Channel Island Distribution. Steven will lead the sales team in a new drive for business growth, reporting directly to Rossen Djounov, Global Head of Client Solutions.

Steven joined GAM to leverage his experience at Amundi Asset Management, where he drove active fund sales in the UK for five and a half years. He brings extensive experience in the financial industry, serving wealth managers, family offices, private banks and discretionary fund managers across specialist asset classes and alternatives. Prior to Amundi, Steven also served as Head of Fund Sales UK and the Middle East while working for Alquity Investment Management.

In his new role, Steven will be responsible for managing relationships with GAM’s key clients as well as leading the experienced sales team he inherits. Steven will also spearhead strategic efforts to introduce GAM’s distinctive and competitive investment capabilities to new clients.

Steven said, “I believe GAM is a hidden gem. I was immediately attracted to the compelling product set, where specialist expertise and high conviction have generated alpha over time. I’ve also been incredibly impressed how the business has cultivated commercial relationships with highly skilled strategic partners, particularly in the alternatives space, to provide UK clients with access to great investment teams and opportunities. Drawing on my 14 years of experience in asset management, I am certain that the investment range at GAM will add tangible value to the portfolios of UK investors through the differentiated, lower correlated returns.”

Rossen Djounov, Global Head of Client Solutions said, “Steven's extensive experience and client-centric approach make him a valuable addition to our team. His belief in GAM's new strategic direction, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence will drive our teams to deliver best-in-class investment strategies and services to the UK’s investors. We are confident that his leadership will further strengthen our distribution efforts and enhance our client relationships in the UK and Channel Islands.”

We look forward to Steven building out our UK distribution capabilities as we continue to expand our presence and deliver exceptional investment solutions.

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About GAM

GAM is an independent investment manager that is listed in Switzerland. It is an active, independent global asset manager that delivers distinctive and differentiated investment solutions for its clients across its Investment and Wealth Management Businesses. Its purpose is to protect and enhance its clients’ financial future. It attracts and empowers the brightest minds to provide investment leadership, innovation and a positive impact on society and the environment. Total assets under management were CHF 19.0 billion as of 30 June 2024. GAM has global distribution with offices in 14 countries and is geographically diverse with clients in almost every continent. Headquartered in Zurich, GAM Investments was founded in 1983 and its registered office is at Hardstrasse 201 Zurich, 8037 Switzerland. For more information about GAM Investments, please visit www.gam.com.

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