David Jacob was named CEO of Rogge Global Partners, an affiliate of Old Mutual Asset Management, confirmed John Graham, senior partner, portfolio manager at Rogge Global.
Mr. Jacob replaces founder Olaf Rogge, who is remaining as chairman and co-chief investment officer.
In his position as CEO, Mr. Jacob will report directly to Mr. Rogge. The two of them will share management of the firm.
Mr. Jacob was vice chairman at Henderson Global Investors. It could not be learned at press time whether he was replaced. Calls to Henderson spokesman Richard Acworth were not returned at press time.