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Fidelity appoints head of stewardship and sustainable investing
Michael Gibb appointed to newly created role of head of stewardship and sustainable investing
The Asset 16 Jan 2018

IN its ongoing commitment to sustainable investing, Fidelity International has appointed Michael Gibb to the newly created role of head of stewardship and sustainable investing.

Gibb will oversee Fidelity’s strategy and policies on engagement, voting and environmental social governance (ESG) integration across its active product range. He will lead Fidelity’s existing seven-member ESG team, helping to advance the integration of ESG factors within the firm’s investment processes. He will report to Paras Anand, CIO equities, Europe.

Gibb has over 17 years’ investment experience. He started his career as a portfolio manager in Asian equities and has worked at a range of high-calibre investment companies including Martin Currie Investment Management, Credit Suisse and Gartmore Investment Managers. Most recently, he completed an MBA from the University of Edinburgh Business School, focusing on ESG engagement and influence between investors and investee companies.

Commenting on the appointment, Paras Anand, CIO equities, Fidelity International says, “Michael brings with him a wealth of experience and fresh perspective as we continue to identify and engage with companies on a range of factors that influence their sustainability. He will be a welcome addition to the team and lead on the integration, engagement, voting and reporting of ESG across all asset classes at Fidelity.”

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