Vernon Barback
About Vernon Barback
Vernon Barback serves as the Chief Administrative Officer at Russell Investments, a position he has held since 2021. With over two decades of experience in senior management roles at institutions like Bankers Trust/Deutsche Bank and Russell Investments, he has a strong background in financial services and operations.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Vernon Barback serves as the Chief Administrative Officer at Russell Investments. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he oversees various administrative functions and contributes to the strategic direction of the organization.
Previous Experience at Russell Investments
Before his current role, Vernon Barback was the Vice Chairman at Russell Investments from 2016 to 2021. During his tenure, he played a significant role in shaping the company's strategic initiatives while based in Seattle.
Career at Bankers Trust/Deutsche Bank
Vernon Barback spent 22 years at Bankers Trust/Deutsche Bank, where he held various senior management positions. Notably, he managed proprietary trading as a managing director for 11 years. He initiated the first US bank-operated hedge fund business in 1988, successfully growing it to $1 billion in outside capital by 1992.
Educational Background
Vernon Barback studied at the University of Cambridge, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from 1974 to 1977. His education has provided a foundation for his extensive career in finance and management.
Leadership Roles in Financial Services
Vernon Barback has held several leadership roles in the financial services sector. He served as President & COO at GlobeOp Financial Services from 2004 to 2012 and was the global head of operations and technology at Citigroup Asset Management from 1999 to 2004. Additionally, he was a founding partner at AltB Partners LP from 2012 to 2015.