Kris Tomasovic Nelson, Cfa
About Kris Tomasovic Nelson, Cfa
Kris Tomasovic Nelson, CFA, serves as the Director of Active Ownership, ESG, and Global Equity Investment Research at Russell Investments, where he plays a key role in responsible investing research. He holds degrees in Accounting and Management and has led the evolution of Russell's active ownership program since joining the firm in 2020.
Work at Russell Investments
Kris Tomasovic Nelson serves as the Director of Active Ownership, ESG, and Global Equity Investment Research at Russell Investments. In this role, she has been instrumental in the evolution of the firm's active ownership program. Nelson joined Russell Investments to focus on equity manager research, contributing to advisory and multi-manager investment solutions. She has held this position since 2020 and is based in Seattle, Washington. Additionally, she chairs the Active Ownership Committee, overseeing initiatives related to responsible investing.
Education and Expertise
Kris Tomasovic Nelson has a solid educational background in management and accounting. She studied at the University of Washington from 2013 to 2015, focusing on Management for two years. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Villanova University, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. Nelson also pursued a Master of Science in Information Management, concentrating on analytics, project management, and operational risk. This diverse educational foundation supports her expertise in investment research and responsible investing.
Background
Kris Tomasovic Nelson's educational journey began at St. Mary's Academy, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. Her academic pursuits in accounting and management laid the groundwork for her career in investment research. With a focus on responsible investing, she has developed a strong foundation in equity research and active ownership strategies. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to integrating ESG considerations into investment practices.
Achievements
Kris Tomasovic Nelson has made significant contributions to Russell Investments through her leadership in the active ownership program. Her role as Director of Active Ownership, ESG, and Global Equity Investment Research highlights her commitment to responsible investing. By chairing the Active Ownership Committee, she plays a key role in shaping the firm's approach to ESG factors in investment decisions. Her work in equity manager research has also enhanced advisory and multi-manager investment solutions at Russell Investments.