Our equity investing philosophy emphasizes stock selection through a process that uses proprietary quantitative screens and fundamental research. Our objective is to find companies with superior total return potential. We believe in the benefits of diversification, avoiding portfolios with heavy concentration in any one stock or industry. Our internal controls are achieved through the portfolio team process and the use of proprietary systems. We neter client guidelines into the system.
Output is reviewed daily by senior officer.
We handle an exception to policy on the spot. We review each client relationship by its specific portfolio team as well as by two other senior officers. We review the entire relationship as well as the investments. We separate trading from operations. Only authorized personnel sign on accounts, excluding portfolio managers.