How a private partnership model drives long-term investment strategy and organizational growth.
Jean Hynes is the CEO of Wellington Management, the $1.3T asset manager. We discussed Jean’s 35 year progression from administrative assistant to health care industry savant to (originally reluctant) CEO. We explored how Jean had to develop and reinvent herself at each stage along that leadership journey; how they somewhat quietly incubated hedge fund and private equity strategies before their high-profile new partnership with Blackstone and Vanguard; what the Hartford funds acquisition will bring them; and the progression of talent needed in today’s investment business
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Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association
CAIA Association is a global network of forward-thinking investment professionals, redefining the future of capital allocation in a world where traditional and alternative investments are converging at an unprecedented pace. United by a commitment to improving investment outcomes, we lead with authority, educate to inspire, and connect people who turn insight into action. CAIA Association creates dynamic and captivating learning experiences designed to engage investment professionals at every level. Its programs – the CAIA Charter and the CAIA.nxt™ platform – offer critical levels of access to a comprehensive curriculum that equips the investment community with the skills and knowledge needed to build modern portfolios. CAIA Association is a global member-driven community of more than 14,000 professionals, united by a shared commitment to improving investment outcomes and building a more aligned, principled capital market system.
CEO and Managing Partner at Wellington Management
As CEO, Jean oversees nearly 3,000 employees in 16 offices across North America, Europe, and APAC. Her strategic business priorities include globalizing the firm; advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion; integrating technology throughout the business; and positioning the firm for the future of active management. Throughout her nearly 30 years at Wellington, Jean has researched the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, as well as served as a health care portfolio manager and leader of the Health Care Team. One of five female CEOs among the top 20 asset management firms, Jean is the recipient of multiple industry awards. Since 2014, she has served as one of the firm’s three managing partners, who are collectively responsible for the governance of the Wellington Management partnership. She works in our Boston office.
