Neuberger Berman, a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager, has further strengthened its institutional client relationship capability by naming Fekko Ebbens as head of institutional business for EMEA, a newly created role.
Fekko will continue in his current role as head of institutional coverage in Benelux but will additionally work closely with client coverage teams to execute Neuberger Berman’s institutional strategy and activities across the region.
Fekko’s appointment reflects Neuberger Berman’s investment in the institutional business, aligning with Jose Cosio’s leadership of the firm’s intermediary business across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). While the leadership and contributions of Neuberger Berman’s country and regional heads remain vital, this channel-focused approach aims to boost client experience and execution for both institutional and intermediary clients.
Fekko, who joined Neuberger Berman in May 2023 to