Onur Erzan to join AB as Head of Global Client Group
AllianceBernstein L.P. (NYSE: AB) announced the appointment of Onur Erzan as Head of Global Client Group, effective January 4, 2021. Erzan, previously a senior partner at McKinsey, brings extensive experience in wealth and asset management, having worked with major financial institutions globally. He will report to CEO Seth Bernstein and replace Robert Keith, who will transition to an advisory role before retiring on June 30, 2021. The firm acknowledges Keith's contributions over 24 years while expressing confidence in Erzan's strategic outlook for industry changes.
- Onur Erzan's vast experience in wealth and asset management is expected to enhance client services and product strategy.
- The leadership transition aims for minimal disruption, ensuring continued service for existing clients.
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NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB") and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. ("AB Holding") (NYSE: AB), today announced that Onur Erzan, will join AB as Head of Global Client Group, effective January 4, 2021.
In this role Mr. Erzan will be responsible for all client services, sales and marketing, as well as product strategy, management and development worldwide. He will report to Seth Bernstein, President and CEO.
Mr. Erzan joins AB from McKinsey where he is a senior partner and Co-leader of the firm's Wealth Management & Asset Management practice. In addition, he co-leads McKinsey's Banking and Securities Solutions (a portfolio of data, analytics and digital assets and capabilities) globally. He has spent nearly two decades at McKinsey developing deep client relationships and overseeing a significant portfolio of clients, including asset managers, wealth managers, banks, private equity firms, hedge funds and insurance companies. Mr. Erzan holds an MBA from Columbia University Business School.
"We are confident that Onur will bring a valued perspective on strategy and growth, and his broad viewpoint will help AB plan for change in our industry," said Seth Bernstein, President and CEO of AB.
Mr. Erzan will succeed Robert Keith, current Head of Global Client Group, who will assume an advisor role in January and retire from AB on June 30, 2021. During that time, Mr. Keith will ensure a smooth transition of leadership in the Client Group, with limited disruption to clients.
"We'd like to recognize Bob for his leadership, dedication and innumerable contributions to the firm these last 24 years and for the tremendous success of AB's retail and institutional businesses. We wish him all the best in the years to come," said Seth Bernstein.
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