Russell selects transition management chief

Steve Kirschner was named director of transition management, Americas, at Russell Investments, confirmed spokesman Steve Claiborne. He replaces Brian Roberts, who earlier this month became investment officer, private equity, at the $84.8 billion Washington State Investment Board, Olympia. Mr. Kirschner will retain his duties as a senior investment strategist for the transition management team in Canada, Mr. Claiborne said.