Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. provides investment advisory and fund administration services. The Company's subsidiaries include Diamond Hill Capital Management, Inc. (DHCM), Beacon Hill Fund Services, Inc. (BHFS) and BHIL Distributors, Inc. (BHIL...

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Diamond Hill Capital Management

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Caroline Isleib

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Derek Colston is currently the Associate Director of Relationship Management at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to this, they worked as a Financial Analyst Intern at Summit Financial Strategies, Inc. and as an Advisor Services Intern at [Charles Schwab](/org/charles-schwab).

Derek has always been interested in the financial industry and began their career journey by interning at two different companies in order to gain a better understanding of the industry. Derek quickly developed a comprehensive understanding of custodial service, operations and training functions through their hands-on training at [Charles Schwab](/org/charles-schwab). Derek was even selected as a finalist in an internship innovation tournament to develop and evaluate top ideas for improving the client experience at Schwab Advisor Services.

At Summit Financial Strategies, Derek worked with associates to create reports used in client meetings and completed industry and investment research projects. Derek also analyzed client performance, gain/loss, cash reconciliation, and Morningstar reports. Their experience and skills gained at both previous internships have helped him excel in their current role as Associate Director of Relationship Management at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund).

Derek Colston has a Bachelor of Arts in Financial Economics and Leadership/Management from [Capital University](/org/capital-university). Derek also has a degree from Bowling Green State University-Firelands.

Derek Colston reports to Ed Vukmirovich, Director, Relationship Management.

Derek Colston

Matthew Lehner

Katie Amburgey

Carlotta King is the current General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Carlotta has also previously served as Associate General Counsel for the Managed Funds Association from March 2010 to June 2020. 

King is responsible for analyzing regulations and drafting comment letters to regulatory authorities in the U.S., Europe, and Asia on derivatives issues of concern to hedge fund managers. This includes regulations related to central clearing, margin requirements, segregation of collateral, and cross-border issues. 

In addition to this, King also monitors and works with the association’s hedge fund manager members to develop recommendations for matters related to the regulation of investment advisers. This includes registration of investment advisers as broker-dealers and modernization of the advertising rules under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. 

King has also been responsible for engaging and meeting with staff of U.S. and European regulatory authorities on derivatives and investment adviser regulatory matters. In addition, they provide legal support on legislative matters, such as drafting testimony for Congressional hearings, and communications matters, such as drafting public statements and providing background and legal analysis to members of the press on legislative and regulatory matters.

Carlotta King attended [Phillips Academy](/org/phillips-academy) for their high school diploma. Carlotta then went on to [Georgetown University](/org/georgetown-university) where they got their Bachelor of Arts in English, Government and Spanish. After that, they attended Harvard Law School and got their Doctor of Law.

They work with James Smith - MD, Institutional Relationships, Nate Hall - National Director, Partner Relations, and Matthew Lehner - Regional Director, Business Development. Carlotta King reports to Heather Brilliant, CEO & President.

Carlotta King

Charlie Minor is currently a Structured Product Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to this, they worked as a Product Developer at [FactSet](/org/factset) from August 2011 to October 2014. Before that, they were a Trader at Equitec Group from July 2008 to July 2011.

Charlie Minor attended [Miami University](/org/miami-university) for their undergraduate degree, where they studied finance, economics, and history. Charlie then attended Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg. Charlie is certified as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the [CFA Institute](/org/cfa-institute).

Their manager is Win Murray, Director, Research. Some of their coworkers include Chris Piel - International Research Analyst, Mitch Linhart - Research Analyst, and Chendhore Veerappan - International Research Analyst.

Charlie Minor

Quinif was promoted to Chief Client Officer in January 2020. She oversees sales, relationship management, marketing, and product development. As a member of the executive leadership team, Quinif is also responsible for helping set the strategic direction of the firm. Quinif, who joined Diamond Hill in 2017, previously served as managing director, business development and marketing.

Jo Ann Quinif

Ryan Garcar is a Research Associate at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to joining Diamond Hill, Ryan worked as a Financial Analyst at [ICONIQ Capital](/org/iconiq-capital) from July 2018 to October 2019. Ryan has also worked as an Equity Research Intern at STRS Ohio from November 2017 to May 2018, and as an Investment Banking Credit Risk Summer Analyst at J.P. Morgan from June 2017 to August 2017. Additionally, Ryan served as an Investment Banking Intern at Copper Run Capital LLC from August 2016 to May 2017, and as a Wealth Management Intern at Thomas Roulston Investment Partners, Inc. from May 2016 to August 2016.

Ryan Garcar has a Bachelor of Business Administration from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business. Their field is finance.

Their manager is Win Murray, Director, Research. Some of their coworkers include John Loesch - Research Analyst, Chendhore Veerappan - International Research Analyst, and Kavi Shelar - Research Analyst.

Ryan Garcar

Greg Sumner is currently a Research Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to that, they were an Equity Research Analyst at TigerShark Management from June 2008 to March 2015, and before that an Equity Analyst at Morgan Stanley Investment Management from March 2003 to May 2008.

Greg has extensive experience in financial statement analysis and equity research. At TigerShark Management, they were a generalist equity analyst for a Tiger Cub with $100+ million under management in a long/short hedge fund and a short only hedge fund. At Morgan Stanley Investment Management, they were an analyst for the Dividend Growth Mutual Fund with approximately $5 billion in large cap relative value funds under management.

 Greg’s experience and skills make him an invaluable asset to [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Greg's knowledge of financial statement analysis and equity research helps the company make sound investment decisions and achieve its goals.

Greg Sumner has a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from NYU Stern School of Business in Accounting and Finance and a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from [Drew University](/org/drew-university).

Some of their coworkers include Jayant Jangra - Research Analyst, Caroline Isleib - Research Associate, and Kavi Shelar - Research Analyst. Greg Sumner reports to Win Murray, Director, Research.

Greg Sumner

Brian Bath

Anna Corona

Heather E. Brilliant was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer effective September 3, 2019. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Brilliant served as Chief Executive Officer, Americas with First State Investments. Prior to that role, she spent almost 14 years with Morningstar where she served as Global Head of Equity & Credit Research before advancing to Chief Executive Officer, Morningstar Australasia. Earlier in her career, she held several roles analyzing both credit and equity at firms including Driehaus Capital Management, Coghill Capital Management, and Bank of America. Ms. Brilliant holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) designation and is a past chair and current member of the CFA Institute Board of Governors. She holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University.

Heather Brilliant

Chris Welch is currently a Portfolio Manager at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to that, they were a VP and PM at Bankers Trust from January 1994 to December 1997. Chris was also a Financial Analyst at SMITH BARNEY from January 1988 to December 1991.

Chris Welch was educated at the Pingry School from 1984 onwards, before completing an Economics degree at [Harvard University](/org/harvard) in 1988. Chris then went on to study for an MBA at [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school), which they completed in 1994.

Their manager is Tom Line, CFO. Some of their coworkers include Austin Hawley - Portfolio Manager, Chris Bingaman - Portfolio Manager.

Chris Welch

Laura O'Dell is currently a Research Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Laura has previous experience working as an Equity Research for Manning & Napier Advisors from January 2011 to April 2014. Laura also worked as a Senior Research Associate for Eagle Asset Management from May 2007 to December 2010 and as a Financial Advisor for Raymond James and Associates from May 2005 to May 2007. Laura's experience also includes working as a Global Program Manager for Aventis Pharmaceuticals from January 2004 to May 2005, where they led a global genomics research team and developed goals and timelines to drive projects forward to timely completion. Laura has also worked as a Team Leader/Senior Researcher for P&G Pharmaceuticals from October 1999 to September 2002 and as an Associate Professor for Shantou University in Shantou, China from September 1997 to June 1998.

Laura O'Dell works with Varun Gupta - Research Analyst, Scott Williams - Research Analyst, and Jayant Jangra - Research Analyst. Their manager is Win Murray, Director, Research.

Laura O'Dell

Colin Prescott is currently the Regional Director, Business Development, Northeast Region at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to this, they were a Senior Analyst at GBQ Partners from March 2014 to August 2015. Colin has also worked as a Senior Associate at Duff & Phelps from July 2012 to March 2014, and as Corporate Finance at [Worthington Industries](/org/worthington-industries) from July 2010 to June 2012. Colin has extensive experience in the financial industry and has proven himself to be a valuable asset to any company.

Colin Prescott completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Finance from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.

Colin Prescott reports to Heather Brilliant, CEO & President. They work with Carlotta King - General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, Brad Milavsky - Director, Business Development, Plains Region, and James Smith - MD, Institutional Relationships.

Colin Prescott

Padraig Connolly is the Director of Institutional Relationships at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Padraig has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, including positions at Aletheia Research and Management Inc, [Bank of Ireland](/org/bank-of-ireland), and [Bank of Ireland](/org/bank-of-ireland) Asset Management.

Padraig began their career in 1999 with [Bank of Ireland](/org/bank-of-ireland) Asset Management, where they established the company's Toronto office and served as its Chief Representative. In 2008, they joined [Bank of Ireland](/org/bank-of-ireland) as VP of Client Services & Sales. Padraig left [Bank of Ireland](/org/bank-of-ireland) in 2009 to join Aletheia Research and Management Inc as Senior Vice President Client Service. Padraig was responsible for building and managing the team responsible for the global institutional business at Aletheia, covering client relationship management, consultant relations, Advisor Platforms and direct plan sponsor sales in the U.S and overseas. Padraig left Aletheia in 2012 to join [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund) as Director of Institutional Relationships.

Padraig Connolly is a CAIA charterholder and has a MBS in International Business from University College Dublin and a BA in Economics & Finance from Maynooth University.

Padraig Connolly reports to James Smith, MD, Institutional Relationships. Padraig Connolly works with Kristen White - Associate Director, Institutional Relationships, Marques Highland - Director, Strategic Institutional Relationships, and Trey Rouse - Director, Institutional Relationships.

Padraig Connolly

Ed Vukmirovich is the current Director of Relationship Management at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to this role, they served as the Regional Vice President for [Old Mutual](/org/old-mutual) Capital from January 2005 to November 2007. In this role, they were responsible for the retail investment arm of [Old Mutual](/org/old-mutual) Asset Management. 

Old Mutual Capital is committed to leveraging the discipline of leading institutional asset managers, bringing a level of innovation and expertise previously unavailable to individual investors. By engaging [Old Mutual](/org/old-mutual)'s affiliates as well as carefully selected independent partners, [Old Mutual](/org/old-mutual) Capital has opened doors to the specialized, institutional investment capabilities once reserved for major corporations, foundations and endowments. 

Vukmirovich was responsible for managing [Old Mutual](/org/old-mutual)'s affiliates and select unaffiliated firms that specialize in their own diverse investment portfolios ranging from innovative alternative vehicles to core equity and fixed-income funds. Under their leadership, [Old Mutual](/org/old-mutual) Capital assembled and developed a potent lineup of investment products that embrace all major asset classes and investment styles. 

Ed Vukmirovich has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry. Ed is a graduate of the [University of Pennsylvania](/org/university-of-pennsylvania)'s Wharton School of Business.

Ed Vukmirovich has a BS in Aviation Technology and Operations from [Western Michigan University](/org/western-michigan-university).

Ed Vukmirovich reports to Heather Brilliant, CEO & President. They work with James Smith - MD, Institutional Relationships, Colin Prescott - Regional Director, Business Development, Northeast Region, and Win Murray - Director, Research. A direct report to Ed Vukmirovich is and Derek Colston - Associate Director, Relationship Management.

Ed Vukmirovich

Varun Gupta is a Research Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Varun previously worked as an MBA Student at Columbia Business School from August 2012 to May 2014. Prior to that, they were the Director of Business Development/Software Engineer at ARC Energy from February 2009 to November 2013. Varun has also worked as a Product Manager/Senior Solutions Architect at TigerLogic Corporation from September 2004 to January 2009 and as a Member of Technical Staff II/III at Sun Microsystems from July 2000 to August 2004.

Varun Gupta has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Columbia Business School, a Master of Science in Computer Science from [Stony Brook University](/org/stony-brook-university), and a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi. Varun is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder from the [CFA Institute](/org/cfa-institute).

Some of their coworkers include Jayant Jangra - Research Analyst, Tyler Ventura - Research Analyst, and Charlie Minor - Structured Product Analyst. Varun Gupta reports to Win Murray, Director, Research.

Varun Gupta

Yiting Liu is an international research analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Yiting previously worked as a research associate at KBW from January 2010 to November 2012, where they were responsible for coverage of select H-share Chinese banks. Yiting also assisted in writing research reports on financials companies in select Asian markets, developed and maintained financial models, and conducted various scenario analyses for client requests. In their previous position as an investment banking analyst at Lehman Brothers from June 2006 to July 2009, they advised on KKR’s acquisition of Oriental Brewery for US$1.8 billion, First American Corporation’s potential spin-off of its Financial Services Company, and NYSE Euronext’s acquisition bid of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange. Yiting has also interned at J.P. Morgan and Dell.

Yiting Liu is a graduate of the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, where they earned their Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting and Finance.

Their manager is Win Murray, Director, Research. Some of their coworkers include John Loesch - Research Analyst, Varun Gupta - Research Analyst, and Tim Myers - Research Analyst.

Yiting Liu

Trey Rouse is the current Director of Institutional Relationships at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Trey has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, with a focus on investment research and advisory services.

Trey started their career in 1990 as a Senior Auditor at Arthur Andersen. In 1993, they transitioned to Household International as a Senior Treasury Analyst. Trey then moved to Fund Evaluation Group in 1995, where they served as Vice President for three years. In 1998, Trey joined [Nationwide](/org/nationwide) Financial as part of the Investment Research & Advisory Services team. Trey spent 10 years at [Nationwide](/org/nationwide) before joining Diamond Hill in 2008.

In their current role at Diamond Hill, Trey is responsible for managing relationships with the firm’s institutional clients, which include pension plans, endowments, foundations, and other asset managers. Trey works closely with Diamond Hill’s investment teams to ensure that the firm’s products and services meet the needs of its institutional clients.

Trey Rouse received their MBA in finance from [Xavier University](/org/xavier-university) in 1990 and their accounting degree from [Miami University](/org/miami-university) in 1988. Trey also attended St. Xavier.

They work with Padraig Connolly - Director, Institutional Relationships, Kristen White - Associate Director, Institutional Relationships, and Marques Highland - Director, Strategic Institutional Relationships. Trey Rouse reports to James Smith, MD, Institutional Relationships.

Trey Rouse

Kavi Shelar is a research analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Kavi has previous experience working in corporate finance, modeling advisory, and investment teams. In their most recent position at [Deloitte](/org/deloitte), they were an associate in the Modeling Advisory Practice where they helped clients confidently make decisions through transaction modeling, business planning, and operational modeling. Shelar also interned with [Greenspring Associates](/org/greenspring-associates) and Federated Investors, Inc. In 2012, they were a business manager at The Pendulum and an intern at Indigo Mountain in Haiti.

Kavi Shelar graduated from [Elon University](/org/elon-university) with a BSBA in finance and accounting. Kavi then went on to obtain their CFA certification from the [CFA Institute](/org/cfa-institute). As of October 1, 2014, they have passed all exams required for their CPA certification and is currently fulfilling the work experience requirement.

Kavi Shelar works with Brian Bath - Research Analyst, Chris Piel - International Research Analyst, and John Loesch - Research Analyst. Kavi Shelar reports to Win Murray, Director, Research.

Kavi Shelar

Maria Foley is currently an Associate in Marketing at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Prior to that, they were a Digital Marketing/Design Intern at Fisher College of Business Executive Education from June 2019 to May 2021. In that role, they assisted in any and all marketing efforts for the Executive Education department, including but not limited to CRM database potential client identification, entry or amending within [Salesforce](/org/salesforce) and Marketo, external website development, marketing material creation within Adobe Creative Suite applications, podcast editing and publishing, and print collateral update and design.

Maria Foley has a Bachelor of Business Administration from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business in Marketing. Maria also went to Olentangy High School.

Maria Foley reports to Lynette Hart, Director, Marketing.

Maria Foley

Kristen White is the Associate Director, Institutional Relationships at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Kristen has over 18 years of experience in the marketing and event industry. 

Kristen started their career in 2001 as an Event Planner and Sales Associate at Spring Mill Country Club where they coordinated weekly corporate golf outings and organized club tournaments & invitationals. 

In 2005, Kristen became a Marketing and Special Events Intern at Talis Sports and Event Marketing where they formed relationships with potential new clients and non-profit organizations. Kristen also prepared inventory items for silent auctions and other special events. 

After their internship, Kristen joined Diamond Hill where they have been for the past 14 years. In their current role as Associate Director, Institutional Relationships, Kristen is responsible for developing and managing relationships with consultants, RIAs, family offices, and other institutional partners.

Kristen White graduated from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Marketing.

They are on a team with Trey Rouse - Director, Institutional Relationships, Marques Highland - Director, Strategic Institutional Relationships, and Padraig Connolly - Director, Institutional Relationships. Their manager is James Smith, MD, Institutional Relationships.

Kristen White

Mark Theado

Kristen Johnson

Tom Line is the current CFO at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Tom has previous experience as the Chief Operating Officer at Lancaster Pollard from January 2012 to March 2014, as well as the Senior Managing Director and CFO at Red Capital Group from September 2004 to January 2012. Tom also has experience in the financial industry as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Diamond Hill Mutual Funds from November 2005 to March 2014. Prior to that, they were the President of Focused Financial Consulting from January 2002 to December 2004 and the Chief Operating Officer and President of Mutual Funds Service Company at Meeder Financial from January 1998 to December 2002.

Tom Line's educational career began at Upper Arlington HS. Tom then went on to study accounting at [Wake Forest University](/org/wake-forest-university), where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree.

Tom Line reports to Heather Brilliant, CEO & President. Some individuals on their team include Chris Welch - Portfolio Manager, Chris Bingaman - Portfolio Manager, and Austin Hawley - Portfolio Manager. Tom Line works with Carlotta King - General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, Nate Hall - National Director, Partner Relations, and Brad Milavsky - Director, Business Development, Plains Region.

Tom Line

Leslie Schroeder is the Director, National Accounts at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Leslie has over 25 years of experience in finance and accounting.

Leslie began their career as an Accounting Clerk at The Pillsbury Company in 1983. Leslie was promoted to Accounting Supervisor in 1984 and Manager of the Grain Merchandising Division in 1985. In 1990, Leslie left Pillsbury to join Carlson Wagonlit Travel as Sr. Director - Six Sigma Blackbelt. In this role, they led projects to reduce SG&amp;A costs, improve IT service product design & launch, and analyze account management activity. In 2005, Leslie joined Carlson as Senior Director, Finance Central. In this role, they were responsible for Accounting, Reporting, Financial Systems, Cash, Payables, and Corporate Services for Carlson's shared services organization. Leslie left Carlson in 2013 to join [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund) as Director, National Accounts.

Leslie Schroeder earned their accounting degree from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management.

Leslie Schroeder reports to Jo Ann Quinif, Chief Client Officer. They work with Katie Amburgey - Senior Associate, National Accounts, Sarah Saxton - Director, National Accounts, and Mark Theado - Associate, National Accounts.

Leslie Schroeder

John Loesch is a research analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). John has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry. John began their career as a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in 2001. In 2003, they transitioned to Nationwide Financial as an analyst. John remained there until 2006 when they joined [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). John has a bachelor's degree in finance from the [University of Cincinnati](/org/university-of-cincinnati).

John Loesch has an MBA from the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business, a degree in public affairs with a focus on public financial management from Indiana University Bloomington, and a degree in Czech language and Czech culture from the [University of Economics, Prague](/org/university-of-economics-prague-vysoka-skola-ekonomicka-v-praze).

John Loesch reports to Win Murray, Director, Research. They are on a team with Chris Piel - International Research Analyst, Varun Gupta - Research Analyst, and Micah Martin - International Research Analyst.

John Loesch

Scott Williams is currently a Research Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Scott previously worked as an Associate at Stonehenge Partners, Inc. from May 2016 to August 2018 and as a Senior Analyst at GBQ Consulting from May 2014 to May 2016. Prior to that, they worked as an Associate at Crowe Horwath LLP from September 2012 to May 2014.

Scott Williams received their business administration degree with a focus in finance and accounting from The Ohio State University's Max M. Fisher College of Business.

Some of their coworkers include Chris Piel - International Research Analyst, Laura O'Dell - Research Analyst, and Josh Barber - Research Analyst. Their manager is Win Murray, Director, Research.

Scott Williams

Matt Rathje is a Senior Business Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Matt has over ten years of experience in the financial industry, with a focus on business systems analysis and data management. Prior to joining Diamond Hill, Matt worked for Calvert Investments, where they oversaw the development and implementation of business systems and processes. Matt also spent time at BISYS Hedge Fund Services and BISYS Fund Services, where they gained extensive experience in hedge fund administration and mutual fund accounting. In addition to their work in the financial industry, Matt has also served as a database analyst and consultant for the Ohio State University College of Medicine.

Matt Rathje's educational career includes a Master's degree in Information Technology from [Virginia Tech](/org/virginia-tech), a BS in Family Financial Management from [The Ohio State University](/org/the-ohio-state-university), and certification from the University of Nebraska in Business Analysis and from the CFA Institute in the CFA Institute Investment Foundations Certificate (f.k.a. Claritas Investment Certificate).

Matt Rathje

Chris Piel is an International Research Analyst at [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund). Chris has over seven years of experience in the financial industry, including positions at Harris Associates, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and [Morgan Stanley](/org/morgan-stanley). Chris has a strong background in financial modeling, asset valuation, and capital markets research. Chris is a graduate of the Applied Security Analysis Program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's School of Business.

Chris Piel has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a BS from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Chris is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the [CFA Institute](/org/cfa-institute).

Chris Piel works with Jayant Jangra - Research Analyst, Kavi Shelar - Research Analyst, and Tim Myers - Research Analyst. Their manager is Win Murray, Director, Research.

Chris Piel

Sarah Saxton

Joe Penner

Nate Hall

Marques Highland

Max Pauly is currently the Director of Business Development for [Diamond Hill Capital Management](/org/diamond-hill-large-cap-fund) in the Ohio Valley Region. Prior to joining Diamond Hill, Max was a Financial Planning Associate at John D. Dovich & Associates from December 2017 to July 2018. Before that, they were an Analyst at Fourth Street Performance Partners from January 2015 to December 2017.

Max Pauly pursued a finance and accounting major at the [University of Kentucky](/org/university-of-kentucky) with a minor in international business. Max later received certification from the [CFA Institute](/org/cfa-institute) as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder.

They are on a team with Carlotta King - General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, Lara Hoffmans - MD, Marketing, and Win Murray - Director, Research. Their manager is Heather Brilliant, CEO & President.

Max Pauly

Mike Bowser

Brad Milavsky

Eric Reinhardt

Kelsey Powell

James F. Laird has been a director of the Company since 2011, is the Chair of the Board and serves on the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, and Nominating and Governance Committee. Mr. Laird was the Chief Financial Officer of Diamond Hill Capital Management, Inc. from 2001 through 2014 and President of Diamond Hill Funds from 2001 through 2014. Prior to joining the firm in 2001, Mr. Laird was employed as a Senior Vice President for Villanova Capital in 1999 and Vice President and General Manager for Nationwide Advisory Services, Inc. from 1995 to 1999. Mr. Laird has over 30 years of experience in the investment management industry. Mr. Laird received his BS in Accounting from The Ohio State University, and he is a Certified Public Accountant.

James F. Laird

L’Quentus Thomas has been an independent director of the company since September 2021 and serves on the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, and Nominating and Governance Committee. Mr. Thomas is currently a Senior Managing Director at Stonehenge Capital and manages the operations of Stonehenge Community Development, the firm’s community banking subsidiary. Under his leadership, the firm has increased assets under management and the availability of term credit products in underserved markets. Prior to his current role, from 2005 to 2009, Mr. Thomas worked in the firm’s principal investing division, Stonehenge Growth Capital, where he focused on providing debt and equity capital solutions to privately held firms. Mr. Thomas has served on numerous boards of non-profit organizations, including as a Trustee of Kenyon College. Mr. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Amherst College and a Master of Business Administration from the Stern School of Business at New York University.

L’Quentus Thomas

Chendhore Veerappan

Nicole R. St. Pierre has been an independent director of the Company since 2019, is the Chair of the Compensation Committee, and serves on the Audit Committee and the Nominating and Governance Committee. Ms. St. Pierre served in a variety of roles with the Asset Management group at J.P. Morgan from 1994 to 2018, most recently as Managing Director; Head of Client Services, and Business Platform & Americas Regional Lead. Ms. St. Pierre is NACD Directorship Certified®. Ms. St. Pierre received her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Rutgers University and a Master of Business Administration from Fordham University.

Nicole R. St. Pierre

Paula R. Meyer has been an independent director of the Company since 2019, is the chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee, and serves on the Audit Committee and the Compensation Committee. Ms. Meyer has worked in a variety of roles within the investment management industry most recently serving as President of RiverSource Funds, the proprietary fund complex of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. from 1998 to 2006. Ms. Meyer currently serves as a director for Mutual of Omaha and First Command Financial Services. She also served as a director of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines from 2007 to 2016 and on the Investment Company Institute's Board of Governors from 2000 to 2006. Ms. Meyer received her Bachelor of Arts from Luther College and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business.

Paula R. Meyer

Randolph J. Fortener has been an independent director of the Company since 2013 and serves on the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, and Nominating and Governance Committee. Mr. Fortener is currently the CEO of Cozzins Road Capital, a private investment firm, since 2014. As CEO of Cozzins Road Capital, Mr. Fortner directs all investment and acquisition activity for the company. Prior to that Mr. Fortener worked at the Crane Group, a private holding, and management company, based in Columbus, Ohio, from 1990 to 2014, and served as the president of Crane Investment Company, from 2007 to 2014. Prior to joining the Crane Group, Mr. Fortener was a partner at Deloitte, a big four accounting firm, providing services to investment banking firms. Mr. Fortener also specialized in estate and tax planning for privately held businesses while with Deloitte. Mr. Fortener has over 35 years of business experience with an emphasis on corporate acquisitions and investments. Mr. Fortener has served on numerous corporate boards and has served as chairman for many of them. Currently, Mr. Fortener is an appointed board member of the Columbus Metropolitan Library and serves on the board of The Breathing Association. Mr. Fortener received a BS in accounting from The University of Findlay and an MBA in finance from the University of Dayton and is a Certified Public Accountant (inactive).

Randolph J. Fortener

Scott Cooley has been an independent director of the company since October 2020, is Chair of the Audit Committee, and serves on the Compensation Committee and Nominating and Governance Committee. Since 2021, he has been a full-time Teaching Fellow at the University of Chicago. During the preceding five years, Mr. Cooley primarily and intermittently served as a teaching assistant at the University of Chicago. From 2007 to 2013, he served as Morningstar, Inc.’s Chief Financial Officer, and was responsible for the firm’s investor relations, financial reporting, corporate finance, tax, corporate communications, and U.S. national sales teams. Prior to becoming CFO, from 2003 to 2007, Mr. Cooley was CEO of Morningstar’s operations in Australia and New Zealand. He also established Morningstar’s government affairs function. Mr. Cooley holds a Bachelor of the Arts and Master of the Arts degrees from Illinois State University, a Master of the Arts degree from the University of Chicago, and a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Chicago.

Scott Cooley

Austin Hawley

Chris Bingaman

Matt Sheeley

Teds Peterson

Hoffmans joined Diamond Hill in February 2020 from Milwaukee-based [Artisan Partners](/org/artisan-partners), where she served as director of investment communications since 2013. Earlier, Hoffmans was an executive for [Fisher Investments](/org/fisher-investments), where she worked from 2004 until 2013; a private banker for Wells Fargo Bank; and a financial advisor for Merrill Lynch. She has over 19 years of asset and wealth management experience.

Hoffmans received a bachelor's degree from the [University of Notre Dame](/org/university-of-notre-dame), is a CFA charterholder, and has co-authored several investing books. 

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