Ralph Kanza
About Ralph Kanza
Ralph Kanza's Current Role as Chairman
Ralph Kanza currently serves as the Chairman, having joined Egerton in 2005. His extensive experience in investment advisory and fund management has been pivotal to his role at Egerton. Since joining, Ralph has leveraged his deep understanding of both private and institutional investment strategies to lead the company.
Ralph Kanza's Early Career at Cheuvreux de Virieu S.A.
Ralph Kanza began his career as a research analyst with Cheuvreux de Virieu S.A. He was responsible for a variety of crucial tasks, including research, institutional sales, and fund management by 1974. By 1988, Ralph had grown within the company, managing private and institutional accounts as well as the firm’s mutual funds.
Ralph Kanza's Leadership Roles
Ralph Kanza took on significant leadership roles throughout his career. In 1988, he became a managing director and in 1992, he was promoted to chief executive at Cheuvreux de Virieu, later becoming the chairman of the board in 1994. Subsequently, he assumed overall responsibility for European equity markets for Banque Indosuez until 1997.
Ralph Kanza's Contributions to Mutual Funds and Profit-Sharing Programs
During his tenure at Cheuvreux de Virieu, Ralph Kanza set up and managed the Vendome line of mutual funds in 1979. Additionally, he ran employee profit-sharing programs for companies like Pfizer Inc. and Rank Xerox, showcasing his ability to handle complex financial instruments and benefit structures.
Ralph Kanza's Education and Credentials
Ralph Kanza graduated in 1964 from Robert Academy in Istanbul. He earned his DES in Economics from the University of Paris in 1970. In 1980, he became a CFA charterholder, an indicator of his commitment to professional excellence and his comprehensive understanding of financial analysis and portfolio management.