Lazard expands distribution team with new hire

Lazard Asset Management (LAM) has announced that it has expanded its sales and distribution operations in Australia by opening an office in Melbourne and appointing Adam Tweedale as distribution manager for the southern region.

Tweedale was formerly state manager for Copia Investment Partners, having joined the firm in November 2014. Prior to this, he was a director of distribution at Bennelong Funds Management.

Paul Cuddy, CEO of Lazard Asset Management Pacific Co, said: "Expanding Lazard Asset Management's footprint in Australia is a demonstrable commitment to servicing both our retail and institutional clients located in the southern regions of the country."

He added: "We are delighted that Adam has agreed to join our team. He brings with him outstanding investment and business development credentials."