Products September 29, 2009

J.P. Morgan Launches Portfolio Construction Tool

September 29, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - J.P. Morgan Worldwide Securities Services (WSS) has developed an asset allocation and manager selection analysis tool that enables clients to plan and map the risk-return implications of their current and new portfolios.
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The application, Portfolio Construction Tool, allows plan sponsors and other institutional investors to see which portfolios potentially generate the optimal risk-adjusted returns, according to an announcement. The tool offers users the ability to optimize their own portfolio in any currency or select from J.P. Morgan’s universe of asset classes and managers.

In addition, users can access board-quality reports and create online simulations, via a Web interface.

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The Portfolio Construction Tool is delivered as a module on J.P. Morgan WSS’ Online Portfolio Analytics Lab (OPAL), launched earlier this year.  OPAL provides online access to various investment performance and risk measurement tools that allow users to evaluate and rank managers, break down sources of return, analyze risk factors, and assess hedge funds.

More information is at www.jpmorgan.com/visit/IAC .

Deals and People September 28, 2009

HR Consultant Names Communication Executive

September 28, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - ORC Worldwide, a New York City-based human resources consulting firm, has tapped Suzy Johnson as its communication and marketing practice director.
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According to a news release, Johnson has more than 15 years of experience in strategic human resources and leadership communications in her work with clients.

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The announcement said Johnson’s expertise encompasses all aspects of Total Rewards optimization including compensation, performance management, health and wellness, retirement and savings programs, and work/life solutions. Before joining ORC, she served as communication director and account manager at Buck Consultants.

Johnson holds a master’s degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee and a bachelor degree in English from Kentucky Wesleyan College in Owensboro, Kentucky.

More information about the company is available at www.orcww.com .

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