Thomas Wittwer, who will retire at the end of March 2023, is handing over his Chief Executive Officer role to Melissa Demcsik.
Melissa Demcsik has a 22 year-tenure at Vontobel and strong cross-divisional leadership experience. She brings extensive experience in product management, investment operations and communications. Melissa Demcsik has been a key contributor in advancing Vontobel’s multi-boutique operation in the US. She will formally take on the role of Chief Executive Officer for Vontobel Asset Management, Inc. US effective January 1, 2023.
“Over the past 35 years Thomas Wittwer has inspired and led Vontobel’s asset management business in North America, and helped shape our client-focused and investment-led culture. Through his extensive client and consultant experience, he helped build Vontobel’s multi-boutique strategy in the region. We thank him for his dedication and leadership,” said Marko Roeder, Head of Client Unit Asset Management. “We are pleased to have Melissa Demcsik take on this important role, reinforcing our commitment to providing investors with proven investment solutions and excellent client service.”
Vontobel has established its global success through differentiated investment expertise. The founding of Vontobel’s asset management business in the US dates back to 1984. Since then, the firm has worked with individual and institutional clients to achieve their long-term financial objectives. With the rise of its Quality Growth Boutique, Vontobel grew into a well-known single boutique manager. Now, the firm has established its multi-boutique presence in North America with specialized investment solutions across asset classes to meet the growing demands of investors in the region.
