Return to Founder-Led Ownership Following Completion of Change of Control Transaction
As we look ahead, we are entering the next chapter of our journey, and it is a privilege to share that G. Paul Matthews and I have assumed controlling ownership of the firm, marking an important milestone in Matthews' evolution and reaffirming our long-term commitment to its future.
We are especially grateful to our shareholders for their engagement and support throughout this process. Your partnership, trust and confidence in the firm's future have been instrumental in reaching this important milestone, and we are honored by the support you have shown.
We recognize that this process required significant time and attention from our shareholders, and we thank you for your patience with the communications and outreach efforts necessary to complete the process.
This transition is not about changing who we are; it is about strengthening our ability to pursue the opportunities ahead. With ownership closely aligned with the people who lead the firm every day, we are well positioned to think and act with a long-term perspective, remain focused on our clients, and continue building a business designed to thrive across market cycles.
I look forward to working closely with our highly experienced CIO and Portfolio Manager, Sean Taylor, as well as our recently appointed President and Chief Operating Officer, Marty Dropkin, CFA, to build on the firm's strong foundation, ensure continued alignment across our leadership team, and execute on the long-term strategy that has guided our success.
Sean has more than 25 years of experience, leading investment teams located in the U.S., Europe and Asia Pacific in global and international equities, fixed income, and alternative strategies which has earned him a reputation as a highly regarded Emerging Markets portfolio manager. Marty joined Matthews following a distinguished 25-year career spanning investment management, research, portfolio management, technology, and business leadership across the U.S., Europe and Asia.
Additionally, our deep, diverse and dedicated teams across the organization bring a broad range of perspectives and expertise. We are united by a shared belief in Asia and Emerging Markets’ long-term growth potential and together, we remain committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients while creating lasting value for our shareholders.
As we begin this next chapter, we do so with a deep sense of responsibility and optimism for the future. Most importantly, we do so with gratitude—for the trust, support, and partnership of our shareholders, clients, and colleagues.
Thank you for your confidence in Matthews and for being part of our journey. We look forward to what we will accomplish together in the years ahead.
Mark Headley
Executive Chairman & Portfolio Manager
Matthews International Capital Management, LLC