Altegris Names Martin Beaulieu Executive Chairman

LA JOLLA, Calif., June 30, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Altegris announced today the appointment of Martin (Marty) Beaulieu as Executive Chairman. Mr. Beaulieu will be responsible for firm strategy and the day-to-day management of the company. Jack Rivkin will continue to serve as CEO and Chief Investment Strategist, with increased focus on the markets, product development and identifying investment themes for Altegris' clients.

"Marty has a track record of exceptional leadership, a breadth of product knowledge and a deep understanding of Altegris' distribution channels," said Mr. Rivkin. "We are excited to have Marty on board. It's a great step for Altegris."

Mr. Beaulieu joined Altegris as a member of its Board in March 2016, bringing over 30 years of investment experience to the firm.  Mr. Beaulieu's prior roles have included Vice Chairman of MFS Investment Management, CEO of MFS/McLean Budden and most recently Head of Retail iShares US at BlackRock.  His appointment as Executive Chairman to Altegris further solidifies the firm's efforts to leverage its deep understanding of the financial markets to provide a range of sophisticated investment solutions to its clients.

"In this uncertain investment climate, Altegris has continued to provide diversifying investment solutions to its clients, including LPL," said Mark Casady, Chairman and CEO of LPL Financial. "Knowing Marty and Altegris as I do, I believe that their joining forces will only enhance the value Altegris provides to its clients."

Please contact Maria Gonzalez at 212-279-3115 X 260 or [email protected], or Lara Magnusen at 858-731-8553 or [email protected], for more information.

About Altegris

Altegris is an investment research firm, with deep expertise in alternative manager selection, structuring unique solutions, and providing portfolio management and oversight. Beginning with an analysis of the current and anticipated investment environment, our solutions are based on themes that we believe solve the most important client needs.

CONTACT: Maria Gonzalez
Prosek Partners 
212-279-3115 X 260
[email protected]

SOURCE Altegris