Gilbert’s AssetCo appoints head of distribution
By Michael Klimes 24
Boutique investment vehicle AssetCo has announced Gary Collins will be joining as head of distribution.
He was previously head of distribution at Columbia Threadneedle Investments running both the EMEA and Latin American distribution strategy and team.
He joined Columbia Threadneedle in 2006 as head of UK retail/wholesale, having previously worked at Merrill Lynch Investment Management.
Earlier this month, AssetCo announced the acquisition of Saracen Fund Managers for £2.75m, subject to regulatory approval.
The acquisition is expected to complete by the end of September 2021.
AssetCo deputy chairman and chief executive Peter McKellar said: “Gary is a great addition to the AssetCo team and he will play a key role in developing the overall business.