Paul Washburn, Cfa
About Paul Washburn, Cfa
Paul Washburn, CFA, is a Portfolio Manager at FM Global, specializing in managing diverse equity portfolios with a value-driven investment approach.
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Paul Washburn holds the position of Portfolio Manager at FM Global's Internal Equity group. He has been with the company in this role since 2013, working out of Waltham, MA.
Career at FM Global
Paul Washburn has built a substantial career at FM Global, serving in various positions over the years. He initially joined the company as a Senior Equity Analyst in 1999 and held this position until 2013. From 2013 to 2017, he was promoted to Sector Portfolio Manager, a role he successfully executed for four years. Since 2013, he has been serving as the Portfolio Manager for FMGIM Internal Equity in Waltham, MA.
Previous Roles
Before joining FM Global, Paul Washburn gained experience in the financial sector through various roles. He worked at Babson United as an Equity Analyst for seven months in 1999. He also served as an Equity Research Associate at Loomis Sayles from 1996 to 1999, where he developed his foundational skills in equity research.
Education and Expertise
Paul Washburn holds an MBA from Babson College, obtained between 1999 and 2004. He also earned a BS in Finance from Nichols College, completing his studies from 1990 to 1992. His expertise lies in managing diverse equity portfolios that encompass companies across different cap ranges and geographies. He specializes in sectors such as Aerospace and Defense, Electrical Equipment & Multi-Industry, Machinery, Automotive, and more.
Investment Strategy
Paul Washburn employs a bottom-up, value-driven investment process with a strong focus on fundamental research and company valuation. He has a proven track record of using a discounted cash flow-based value investing process. His approach emphasizes strategic capital allocation and investment strategy, making him a key contributor to effective portfolio management.