Brian C. Tipple was named director of U.S. equities at Russell...

Brian C. Tipple was named director of U.S. equities at Russell Investment Group, Tacoma, Wash. He replaced Paul Greenwood, who is leaving to pursue other opportunities. Mr. Tipple, who returns to Russell after a four-year absence, was chairman and chief executive officer of Sirach Capital, Seattle. Harvey Bateman, president, succeeded Mr. Tipple as CEO and head of the large-cap team; James Kieburtz, principal, has assumed leadership of the small-cap team from Mr. Bateman.