Cramer Rosenthal McGlynn
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Emily Ackers, Associate, Client Service & Marketing

Emily joined CRM in 2023 and her primary roles include institutional marketing and client service. Prior to CRM, Emily was a member of the Capital Introductions team at TD Securities and worked in Investor Relations and Marketing for Tse Capital Management. She received BAs in Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology from Elon University. Emily is a Registered Representative of ALPS Distributors, Inc.

Christopher C. Barnett, Co-CEO and Managing Member

Chris was named co-CEO of CRM following the Firm’s buyback transaction completed on September 30, 2019. He is responsible for the Firm’s overall management and strategic direction. Additionally, Chris oversees all aspects of the Firm’s global sales, consultant relations, and client services. Chris joined CRM in 1997 and was named President in 2012. Over the course of his career, he has held various leadership roles, including Director of Marketing and Executive Vice President. Prior to joining CRM, he worked at Ark Asset Management in the fixed income department. Chris earned a BA in history from the University of Richmond and is a Registered Representative of ALPS Distributors, Inc.

Clair Clements, Assistant Vice President, Client Service & Marketing

Clair re-joined CRM in 2022 and her primary roles include institutional marketing and client service. Clair was previously a member of CRM’s Marketing & Client Service team from 2012-2021. She received a BA in environmental science from Gettysburg College. Clair is a Registered Representative of ALPS Distributors, Inc.

Christopher Hohn, Assistant Vice President, Portfolio Analytics

Chris joined CRM in 2013 and serves as CRM’s performance measurement and data integrity specialist.  Prior to CRM, he was a performance measurement analyst for Hartford Investment Management Company.  Chris attended Central Connecticut State University where he earned his BS in Finance.

Harris Swenson, CFA, Vice President | Head of Sales & Consultant Relations

Harris joined the firm in 2003 and he is responsible for sales and consultant relations at CRM. Prior to joining CRM, Harris worked in the commercial real estate group at Cravath, Swain & Moore, LLP. He received a BA in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Harris is a Registered Representative of ALPS Distributors, Inc.

Annie Kazley, Receptionist & Office Manager