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SCS Financial Appoints Lane MacDonald as Chief Investment Officer

Key Highlights:

  • Lane MacDonald named Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and Chair of the SCS Investment Committee.

  • Mr. MacDonald brings nearly three decades of financial services experience.

  • He will lead SCS' investment strategies, including asset allocation and portfolio construction.

  • MacDonald joins from FMR Diversified Investments, where he was President and CIO.

  • His appointment strengthens SCS' commitment to superior investment management.

Source (Business Wire)

Notable Quotes

"Lane is an immensely talented and respected leader who’s built a reputation for delivering outstanding results, and we are thrilled to welcome him."

Tony Abbiati, Co-Founder and CEO at SCS

"I’m excited to join the SCS team and seize on this opportunity to drive the firm’s global investment, portfolio, and asset management allocation strategies and initiatives."

Lane MacDonald, new CIO at SCS

Our Take:

The appointment of Lane MacDonald as Chief Investment Officer at SCS Financial is a strategic move poised to significantly bolster the firm's investment capabilities. MacDonald's extensive experience, particularly his leadership roles at FMR Diversified Investments and Harvard Management Company, underscores his ability to manage diverse investment portfolios and drive innovative strategies. His expertise will be invaluable as SCS continues to enhance its investment platform, ensuring robust asset management and superior client outcomes. This leadership change reflects SCS Financial’s commitment to leveraging top-tier talent to maintain and expand its position as a leading wealth management firm for ultra-high-net-worth families and institutions.