Matthew Appelstein and Jeffrey Howkins were hired to fill new...

Matthew Appelstein and Jeffrey Howkins were hired to fill new positions at the asset management group of Old Mutual PLC, Boston. Mr. Appelstein is vice president and head of investment services and product development; Mr. Howkins is vice president and head of risk management and audit. Mr. Appelstein was senior vice president of consulting relationships for Fidelity Management Trust Co.; he's not being replaced at this time, a spokeswoman said. Mr. Howkins was senior vice president and chief information officer at Mellon Institutional Asset Management, Boston, where his replacement has not yet been named.