FEG Hedge Fund Analyst Honored by Institutional Investor News
J. Alan Lenahan, CFA Named a Top 20 Rising Star
CINCINNATI—July 9, 2007—Fund Evaluation Group’s (FEG) Vice President of Alternative Investments, J. Alan Lenahan, CFA, was recently recognized as one of the “20 Rising Stars of Hedge Funds 2007” by Institutional Investor News.
This prestigious title recognizes 20 up-and-coming young executives from across the globe with the potential to significantly shape the global hedge fund and alternative investment industry and set future trends.
All the nominees are 45 years of age or younger with demonstrated expertise, dedication and consistency in their careers. Once nominated by peers from within the institutional investment industry, finalists were then carefully selected by Institutional Investor News’ editorial staff.
“Alan’s hedge fund expertise has enhanced FEG’s ability to diversify client portfolios which has led to improved portfolio performance relative to risk,” said Susan Mahan Fasig, CFA, Director of Alternative Investments for FEG. “Alan is an invaluable resource to our firm and clients as a result of developing relationships with top-tier hedge fund managers and opening doors to desirable investment opportunities.”
A frequent speaker and advisory board member at key industry conferences, Lenahan’s knowledge and insight are well-respected among the investment elite. He joined the FEG team in 2002 to research and analyze the hedge fund industry and managers. Lenahan has focused his efforts on building a process for the selection of exceptional hedge funds for FEG’s platform of recommended managers and educating clients on hedge fund strategies.
“I am honored to be included in such an outstanding group of hedge fund professionals,” said Lenahan. “Including a consultant on the list is evidence that professional research and recommendations play an important role in this industry. And, gaining recognition on an international level reinforces the idea that exceptional investment advice can be found in the Midwest.”
Lenahan was one of two Midwestern representatives on this list. Fifty five percent of the honorees were from New York City, 10% from London and 10% from Asia, with the remainder representing other areas of the U.S.
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