Shannon Lynne Perrin was named director of marketing at William D. Witter, confirmed Victor Ugolyn, president and CEO. The new position was created because the firm recently launched several institutional investment strategies, said Mr. Ugolyn. "She will be marketing our capabilities to the institutional marketplace, and this is our first concerted effort to target institutions," he added. Ms. Perrin was director of business development at EagleRock Capital. COO Jeff Radov said he will handle Ms. Perrin's responsibilities on an interim basis.
Michael J. Barrett was promoted to managing director of Mesirow Financial's private equity group, said Katie Schimmel, spokeswoman. Mr. Barrett was senior vice president and will be replaced by Mary Kay Wik, who was promoted from vice president. Both executives will retain their previous responsibilities.