Peter Rutter, Fund Manager of the Vilhena Global Themed Fund at J O Hambro Investment Management Limited (“JOHIM”) was selected among a long list of potential rising stars during the second run of the Financial News (“FN”) 40 Under 40 Rising Stars of Asset Management. FN picks up the brightest up-and-coming men and women in the Asset Management Industry.

Over the past three months, FN canvassed the market for opinion and drew up a long list of more than 150 potential rising stars. All nominees had to be less than 40 years of age on September 10, based in Europe, the Middle East or Africa, and working in asset management. Candidates were then assessed by FN’s editorial panel on four criteria: achievements to date given their age, the stature of their mentors, firepower at their disposal and their potential to reach a position of great influence.

According to the FN’s editorial, the selected 40 in their list are not just stock pickers but talented multi-asset managers, focusing on asset allocation as well. The job titles on the list are not restricted to only fund managers, but also include marketers, consultants, exchange-traded funds experts and investment strategists from pension schemes. FN reveals that, “the 40 named candidates’ success has required commitment and dedication and are by no means one-dimensional workaholics.” FN also stated that the 40 selected stars include mountain climbers, a racing car driver and a minor-league basketball coach.

At age 33, Peter Rutter occupies the role of Investment Manager within the JOHIM global equity team and is one of the sub-investment managers responsible for the Vilhena Global Themed Fund which is managed by Valletta Fund Management Limited (“VFM”).