Professional services provider Rothstein Kass has appointed Meredith Jones as a Director. In this newly created role, Jones is responsible for generating research and content on the alternative investment industry by and on behalf of Rothstein Kass. She will provide strategic consulting services to Rothstein Kass clients and bring her business development skills to the firm.

"This is an exciting next step in my career," says Jones.  "I am very much looking forward to working with such a respected and forward-thinking company where I can directly contribute to growth and success of both the firm and its clients."

Prior to joining Rothstein Kass, Jones was a Director of the Strategic Consulting Group at Barclays Capital, where she provided thought-leadership, content and consulting services to hedge fund managers. She also previously served as Managing Director of PerTrac Financial Solutions, a provider of analytical software solutions for investment professionals, as well as Senior Vice President and Director of Research for Van Hedge Fund Advisors. Her experience in prior positions includes research, writing, consulting, marketing, due diligence, index construction, asset allocation, and more.

"We are delighted to have such a highly-regarded and experienced industry veteran such as Meredith joining our team," says Todd Goldman, Principal of Rothstein Kass. "Her industry-leading research on topics such as emerging managers, women and minority owned funds, and the size of the universe, have made her an established regular in publications and on the conference circuit. The addition of her industry insight, consulting expertise and business development skills will allow Rothstein Kass to enhance our brand and suite of services, as well as provide significant value-add to our clients."

Jones will be based in Rothstein Kass' Dallas office.