Hibernian Investment Managers announce two new appointments

6th November 2007

Hibernian Investment Managers (HIM), Ireland’s third largest fund manager with over €14 billion under management, is pleased to announce the appointment of two Senior Fund Managers.

Anita Donohoe joins the team from Standard Life in Edinburgh. Anita has 14 years investment experience and during her time with Standard Life she obtained top quartile performance in European equities and was the banks sector specialist.

Speaking on Anita’s appointment, Roy Asher, Chief Investment Officer said: “Given the turmoil in financial markets at the moment, we are delighted that Anita has joined HIM at this opportune time, given her extensive experience in the banking and insurance sectors”.

Jude O’Reilly has been promoted to the role of Senior Fund Manager. Jude has 10 years investment experience and has been with HIM for the last 5 years. Jude manages Hibernian’s highly successful High Yield Equity fund, the market’s number 1 performing global high yield equity portfolio, with over €1.5bn of assets under management.

Jude also manages the recently launched geared version of the high yield equity fund.

Martin Nolan, Managing Director of Hibernian Investment Managers concluded: “Anita’s track record and experience will prove a strong asset for Hibernian Investment Managers. Jude’s performance as manager of Hibernian’s High Yield Equity fund has ensured the funds consistent out performance of its competitors and the market since its launch. We know these two new appointments add considerable depth to HIM’s strong fund management team and reinforces our reputation in the Irish market.”

Media Contact:

Martina McDonnell @ 01 - 898 8532 / 086 - 8042727

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