Turner Investments has named Stefania A Perrucci as global head of fixed income, ahead of the firm’s launch of a series of fixed income, credit and absolute return investment strategies.

In this newly-created position, Perrucci (pictured) will serve on Turner’s investment committee and is a member of the firm’s fixed income/credit, yield/income, and absolute return investment sub-committees.
 
“Perrucci’s investment acumen and established position as a thought leader on global markets make her uniquely qualified to lead our efforts into the fixed income arena,” says Robert Turner, managing partner and founder of Turner. “We are delighted to have her on board as we prepare to introduce a suite of fixed income, credit, and absolute return products that are designed to deliver more structured outcomes for our clients, along with competitive fees.”
 
Prior to joining Turner, Perrucci was the founder of New Sky Capital where she served as chief investment officer for a macro, fixed income, relative value fund. She was also a fixed income portfolio manager for Morgan Stanley and began her investment career as a senior risk specialist at International Finance Corporation, World Bank Group in 1997.
 
"Something really special is happening at Turner,” says Perrucci. “As we bring global fixed income expertise in house, we will focus on a holistic approach to index and absolute return products, and on delivering our strategies through cost-effective, transparent investment vehicles. The possibilities are endless. I am truly excited about this opportunity."