Jenny Buck

Columbia Threadneedle Asset Managers Ltd. (CTAM) is an asset management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 1990 as F&C Asset Managers Ltd. and renamed BMO Asset Managers Ltd. in 2018. They changed their name to Columbia Threadneedle Asset Managers Ltd. when BMO rebranded to Columbia Threadneedle Investments in 2022. The firm is a subsidiary of Columbia Threadneedle AM (Holdings) Plc, ultimately held by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) in the US. CTAM manages a range of in-house and multi-manager funds for private individuals and institutional clients.

abrdn Investments Ltd. (aIL) is an asset management firm headquartered in Midlothian, UK. The firm was founded in 1987 and formerly known as Aberdeen Asset Managers Ltd. They are a wholly-owned subsidiary of abrdn Holdings Ltd., wholly-owned by abrdn Plc (LON: ABDN). aIL provides their clients with discretionary and non-discretionary asset management and related services across a broad range of investment strategies and asset classes. They also offer an alternative platform which encompasses multi-manager research, selection and portfolio management for hedge funds strategies.

Schroder Investment Management Ltd. (SIM) is the wholly-owned asset management subsidiary of Schroder International Holdings Ltd., ultimately held by Great Britain-based Schroders Plc (LSE: SDR, ADR: SHNWY). Established in 1985, SIM is headquartered in London and caters to a range of clients such as corporations, insurance firms, local and public authorities, charities, pension funds, high net-worth individuals and retail investors.

Baring Asset Management Ltd. (Barings UK) is the Great Britain-based subsidiary of Barings Europe Ltd., ultimately held by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. in the US. Barings traces its origins to 1762 when it was founded in London as a firm of merchants and merchant bankers. They were an asset management pioneer in the UK and set up an Investment Department in 1955. In 1989, all of Barings' asset management activities were consolidated within Baring Asset Management. Headquartered in London, the firm manages assets on behalf of pension funds, pooled vehicles, governments, charities and high-net worth individuals. Barings UK offers a wide range of equity and fixed-income mutual funds in both domestic and international markets. They are a socially responsible investor which takes environmental and socially responsible investment issues into account and seek guidance from clients.

abrdn Alternative Investments Ltd. (AAI) is the wholly owned asset management subsidiary of Aberdeen Asset Investment Group Ltd. and their ultimate parent is abrdn Plc (LON: ABDN, ADR: SLFPF) in Great Britain. Formerly held by Lloyds Banking Group plc (LSE: LLOY), Aberdeen Asset Management plc entered into a strategic alliance with Lloyds Banking Group plc in 2013, acquiring AAI and their related private equity and infrastructure fund management businesses. Formerly known as Aberdeen Asset Investments Ltd., the firm was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in London. AAI provides investment solutions to private individuals, financial institutions, charities, investment trusts and corporate and local government pension funds in Great Britain and worldwide.

Aviva Investors Global Services Ltd. (AIGSL) is the wholly-owned asset management subsidiary of Aviva Investors Holdings Ltd., ultimately held by Aviva plc (LSE: AV, ADR: AV) in Great Britain. Previously known as Morley Fund Management Ltd., the firm was founded in 1973, merged with Norwich Union Investment Management Ltd. in 2000 and underwent restructuring in 2008. Headquartered in London, AIGSL provides investment management services and related advisory to various subsidiaries of the Aviva Group and external clients such as retail funds, pension funds, and other institutional investors.

Threadneedle Asset Management Ltd. (Threadneedle AM) is the wholly-owned global asset management subsidiary of TC Financing Ltd., ultimately held by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) in the US. Headquartered in London, the firm was founded in 1994 and manages assets for a range of clients which includes pension schemes, insurance companies, private investors and corporations. Threadneedle AM is a socially responsible investor which believes they have a responsibility to, and will benefit from, exercising environmental and social stewardship throughout their firm.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management International (GSAMI) is the Great Britain-based asset management subsidiary of Goldman Sachs Asset Management International Holdings Ltd., ultimately held by The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) in the US. The firm is headquartered in London and was founded in 1990. GSAMI is the hub of Goldman Sachs' European activities, which include investment banking, trading, asset management and securities services. Their clients include individuals, families and family entities, banks and thrift institutions, pooled investment vehicles, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, insurance companies, corporations, and other business entities.

Highway Insurance Group Ltd. provides personal lines insurer services. It underwrites motor insurance in different business classes including private car, specialist, fleet, motorcycle, and commercial vehicles. The firm also provides personal insurance and household insurance policies. Its products are distributed exclusively through insurance brokers throughout the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Brentwood, the United Kingdom.

BAE Systems Pension Funds Investment Management Ltd. (BSPFIM) is the wholly-owned pension fund management subsidiary of BAE Systems Plc (LSE: BA) in Great Britain. Headquartered in Farnborough, BSPFIM was founded in 1926 and assists the pension schemes within the BAE Group in the UK. They also act as advisors to the Royal Ordnance and Alvis pension schemes supporting the trustees in their investment activities.

Fideuram Asset Management (Ireland) Ltd. (FAMI) is a fund management firm headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. The firm was founded in 2001 and is a subsidiary of Fideuram - Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking SpA, ultimately held by Intesa Sanpaolo SpA (BIT: ISP) in Italy. FAMI manages a range of mutual funds and provides highly personalized solutions, individual management and other investment instruments for private and institutional clients.

Greenergy International Ltd. engages in the provision of road fuel with infrastructure and services. It offers petrol, diesel, ultra low sulphur gasoil, biodiesel, bioethanol and kerosene. It serves oil companies, supermarkets, major fleet users such as bus and logistics companies, independent forecourt operators and fuel resellers. The company was founded by Andrew Owens and David Anthony Rees in 1992 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Pantheon Ventures (UK) LLP (Pantheon Ventures) is a private equity subsidiary of Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. founded in 1982 by Rhoderick Martin Swirefire and Geoffrey Robert Norman. The firm is headquartered in London.

Zadig Asset Management LLP (Zadig) is an independent alternative investment management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 2005 by Laurent Saglio. Zadig offers a range of European stock picking strategies available through Managed Account or UCITS funds under the Memnon SICAVs for pension funds, private banks, institutional investors and family offices. Zadig is a socially responsible investor and a signatory of the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI).

The National Grocers Benevolent Fund is a British company that provides grant making services. The private company is based in Sandhurst, UK. The company was founded in 2002. Kieran Hemsworth has been the CEO of the company since 2023.

JPMorgan Asset Management International Ltd. engages in asset management and investment advice. Its solution includes merchant services, commercial banking, treasury services and trade, and investment banking. The company was founded on April 5, 2001 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Part of JPMorgan Chase & Co., JPMorgan Funds Ltd. provides financial intermediation services. The company is based in Edinburgh, UK.

The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) was founded in 1983 and is based in London, UK. The BVCA is the voice of private capital in the UK and supports its members to help companies grow and achieve their long-term ambitions, creating value for the country both economically and socially. The BVCA provides information on private equity and venture capital, institutional investors, ESG and responsible investment, diversity and inclusion, and policy. The BVCA also conducts research, publishes reports, and hosts events. The BVCA's mission is to promote diversity and inclusion within the industry and support firms to build inclusive environments in which everyone can thrive.

Richmond Housing Partnership Ltd. operates as a non-profit organization which provides affordable housing. It offers housing for rent, principally for individuals and families who are unable to rent or buy on the open market, and providing supported housing for people who need additional housing related support. The organization was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Teddington, the United Kingdom.

Chester Diocesan Board of Finance is a non-profit company that was founded in 1873 and is based in Daresbury, UK. The British company is primarily the Church of England in Cheshire, but also covers some areas outside the county. The company provides various resources and support for the church, including guidance for church buildings, education, outreach, and ministry. The company also offers support and information for clergy, parishes, and staff, as well as safeguarding services. The company is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee.

Gloucester Diocesan Board of Finance was founded in 1919 and is based in Gloucester, UK. The British company provides a Calendar of Intercessions every month to guide daily prayer, including an Anglican Communion focus for prayer and a local church, person, or group from the Diocese of Gloucester. The private company offers various prayer resources such as Pocket Prayer Guides, Try Praying, Shapes for Living, Thy Kingdom Come, Loved and Liked, and The Pilgrim Way. The company also has a vision for the Diocese and provides information about their staff, bishops, and senior leadership. Additionally, they offer departmental contacts for Administration, Safeguarding and Communications, Archdeacons, Bishops, Church Buildings & DAC, DGAT (Academies Trust), Diocesan Registrar, Education Department, Finance Department, Mission and Ministry Department, and Property Department.

The King's School, Ely is an independent day and boarding school located in Cambridgeshire, UK. The school is managed by a Board of Governors and the Principal to provide a secure and safe environment for students. The school has an international heritage and is proud of the achievements of its overseas pupils. The British company was founded by King Henry.

The Pensions Management Institute provides employee retirement benefits and services. It promotes standards of excellence and lifelong learning for employee benefits and retirement savings professionals and trustees through qualifications, membership and ongoing support services. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Manchester Diocesan Board of Finance was founded in 1918 and is a Christian organization with a vision to be a worshipping, growing, and transforming Christian presence at the heart of every community. The non-profit company is based in Manchester, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. The British company's main objective is to be a church for a different world. The company's description emphasizes its commitment to faith and community, and it offers various services such as bible study, thanksgiving, and celebration of the NHS.

The Ely Diocesan Board of Finance Ltd. is a non-profit company founded in 1915 that provides support to the Diocese of Ely. The company is based in Ely, UK. The British company offers various services such as safeguarding, parish support, finance, and training and learning. The company also has a focus on growing in faith and have resources available for prayer and spirituality. The company has a vision and strategy to help them grow and develop until the year 2025. The company has church communities that exist to serve their parish in all kinds of loving ways, and church schools that provide education with distinct values drawn from the Christian faith.

Vintra Capital LLP (Vintra) is an independent investment management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded by Micha Mevorah and Avi Fruchter in 2010 as Anavon Capital LLP. They manage equity long/short and equity long-only strategies for a diversified client base that includes private banks, family offices, charitable foundations, fund of funds, high net worth individuals and other institutional investors. Vintra is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI).

Guy''s & St Thomas'' Charity operates as an independent, place-based foundation. It works with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and others to improve the health of people in the London boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Greenergy Fuels Holdings Ltd. operates as a holding company, which engages in the supply of fuel to oil companies, supermarkets, major fleet users such as bus and logistics companies, independent forecourt operators and fuel resellers. The company was founded on July 19, 2010, and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

The Guildford Diocesan Board of Finance is a non-profit company that provides social services. The company is based in Guildford, UK. The British company was founded in 1927.

Legra Academy Trust provides high-quality early years and secondary education. The non-profit company is based in an unspecified location. Legra Academy Trust is committed to providing professional development for its staff and governors to ensure sustainable improvement. The British company was founded in 1955, and the CEO is Beverley Ann Williams.

Smart Pension Ltd. operates as an auto enrolment workplace pensions platform. It uses Apex Fund Services, a global independent fund administration company, to manage all transactions with investment management strategy handled by Lewis Capital Management. The company was founded by Andrew Evans and William Wynne in 2014 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Level20 operates as a non-profit organization to inspire women to join and succeed in the private equity industry. The non-profit company is based in London, UK. The CEOs are Pamela Jackson, Gurpreet Kaur Manku. The British company was founded in 2015 by Sasha van den Blink, Lori Anne Hall-Kimm, Alexandra Caroline Hess, Kathleen Marie Bacon, Dana Michelle Haimoff, Jennifer Dunstan, Emma Osborne, Christina A. Pamberg, Hanneke Smits, Kathryn Mayne, Cecile Belaman.

Aviva Investors Secure Income REIT Ltd. operates as an investment company. Its investment objective is to deliver a secure income with the potential for capital growth through a diversified portfolio of commercial real estate assets. The company was founded on September 27, 2017 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

A2dominion Developments Ltd. is a British company that develops and sells residential properties. The private company is based in London, UK. The company was founded in 2005.

Real Estate Balance is a British company that provides real estate services. The private company was founded by Suzanne Avery, Susan V. Clayton.

The People's Pension Trustee Ltd. operates contribution workplace pension schemes for non-associated employers. The company is headquartered in Crawley, the United Kingdom.

TPI Fund Managers Ltd. is the investment management subsidiary of Tesco Pension Investment Ltd., which is owned by Tesco Ltd. (LON: TSCO) in Great Britain. It was founded in 2018 as TPIFM Ltd. Headquartered in London, the firm manages investment funds for various types of investors.

Part of NatWest Group Plc, The Royal Bank of Scotland Plc is a personal banking company based in Edinburgh, UK. The British company offers a range of personal banking products including bank accounts, mortgages, credit cards, loans, and more. The company also provides digital banking services such as payments, transfers, and card reader security. Additionally, the company offers resources for financial education, including tips and activities for teaching children about money management and articles to help individuals understand more about investing. The company was founded in 1983. The CEO is Alison Marie Rose-Slade.

Part of Tesco Plc, Tesco Blue (GP) Ltd. is a British company that provides property investment services. The company is based in Welwyn Garden City, UK and was founded in 2006.

Founded in 2010, GSTC Property Investments Ltd. is a British real estate company that engages in buying and selling properties. Part of Guy's & St Thomas' Charity, the company is based in London, UK.

The British Diabetic Association is a leading charity in the UK that funds world-class diabetes research. The non-profit company is based in the UK. The British company has around 120 diabetes research projects at any given time, which are made possible by the support of their members, donors, and local groups. Each research project is reviewed by experts and approved by their research committee and panel of people living with diabetes. The company's vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm, and they invest in pioneering research into all forms of diabetes and diabetes-related complications. In 2021, they invested over £6.4 million in diabetes research to kick start 31 new studies. The company was founded in 1934 by HG Wells, RD Lawrence.