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Columbia Threadneedle Investments Announces Retirement of Global Chief Investment Officer
BOSTON & LONDON, May 20, 2026--Columbia Threadneedle Investments, the global asset management group of Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP), today announced that William Davies, global chief investment officer, has decided to retire after 33 years of distinguished service to the firm and its clients. Mr. Davies’ retirement will be effective on June 30, 2026.
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