I worked with Steve for several years at Russell as a member of the US Equity Team. Our working relationship began when Steve hired me, and later grew into a friendship as time went on and my role evolved with greater responsibility. I found Steve to be extremely intelligent, concise and thoughtful in every aspect of life. He is an outstanding individual contributor that lives by a code of honesty and trust at work, at home, and in the community. I believe successful leaders inspire others and create cultures of excellence, which Steve certainly has done for me and others that have worked with him. Steve recognizes that creating a productive work environment for all depends on healthy lines of communication. Steve has the rare combination of a strong interpersonal skill set to listen, communicate, persuade, and collaborate - with colleagues and clients. Steve inspires people around him to see a vision of success in what they do. He made it a point to talk to colleagues on a daily basis, thank them for their efforts, and always made himself available to discuss issues. I found it very easy to trust and depend on him. I count Steve among the best team members I had the pleasure to work with, would jump at the opportunity to work with him again, and would recommend him without hesitation.

First and foremost, Steve is a terrific person with a genuine regard for his colleagues and business associates. His strongest qualities include his broad knowledge of the investment business, his open and honest interaction with others, his intellect, his moral and ethical fiber and his strong team orientation. While at Russell, Steve was a client of mine and over the years, Steve never shied away from offering honest feedback, both good and bad. He has a way of listening that invites the same open interaction that he offers to you. I've known Steve for roughly 15 years and I am pleased to give him my strongest recommendation.

I worked with Steve for several years at Russell as a member of the US Equity Team. Our working relationship began when Steve hired me, and later grew into a friendship as time went on and my role evolved with greater responsibility. I found Steve to be extremely intelligent, concise and thoughtful in every aspect of life. He is an outstanding individual contributor that lives by a code of honesty and trust at work, at home, and in the community. I believe successful leaders inspire others and create cultures of excellence, which Steve certainly has done for me and others that have worked with him. Steve recognizes that creating a productive work environment for all depends on healthy lines of communication. Steve has the rare combination of a strong interpersonal skill set to listen, communicate, persuade, and collaborate - with colleagues and clients. Steve inspires people around him to see a vision of success in what they do. He made it a point to talk to colleagues on a daily basis, thank them for their efforts, and always made himself available to discuss issues. I found it very easy to trust and depend on him. I count Steve among the best team members I had the pleasure to work with, would jump at the opportunity to work with him again, and would recommend him without hesitation.

First and foremost, Steve is a terrific person with a genuine regard for his colleagues and business associates. His strongest qualities include his broad knowledge of the investment business, his open and honest interaction with others, his intellect, his moral and ethical fiber and his strong team orientation. While at Russell, Steve was a client of mine and over the years, Steve never shied away from offering honest feedback, both good and bad. He has a way of listening that invites the same open interaction that he offers to you. I've known Steve for roughly 15 years and I am pleased to give him my strongest recommendation.

I worked with Steve for several years at Russell as a member of the US Equity Team. Our working relationship began when Steve hired me, and later grew into a friendship as time went on and my role evolved with greater responsibility. I found Steve to be extremely intelligent, concise and thoughtful in every aspect of life. He is an outstanding individual contributor that lives by a code of honesty and trust at work, at home, and in the community. I believe successful leaders inspire others and create cultures of excellence, which Steve certainly has done for me and others that have worked with him. Steve recognizes that creating a productive work environment for all depends on healthy lines of communication. Steve has the rare combination of a strong interpersonal skill set to listen, communicate, persuade, and collaborate - with colleagues and clients. Steve inspires people around him to see a vision of success in what they do. He made it a point to talk to colleagues on a daily basis, thank them for their efforts, and always made himself available to discuss issues. I found it very easy to trust and depend on him. I count Steve among the best team members I had the pleasure to work with, would jump at the opportunity to work with him again, and would recommend him without hesitation.

First and foremost, Steve is a terrific person with a genuine regard for his colleagues and business associates. His strongest qualities include his broad knowledge of the investment business, his open and honest interaction with others, his intellect, his moral and ethical fiber and his strong team orientation. While at Russell, Steve was a client of mine and over the years, Steve never shied away from offering honest feedback, both good and bad. He has a way of listening that invites the same open interaction that he offers to you. I've known Steve for roughly 15 years and I am pleased to give him my strongest recommendation.