Eric Hildenbrand, CFA has been hired by Coho Partners, Ltd., an independent, employee-owned investment firm that manages about $4.1 billion in individually managed account assets on behalf of institutions, individuals and UMA programs. Coho Partners was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania (www.cohopartners.com).

Mr. Hildenbrand, who will be responsible for the portfolio management of client accounts as a member of our Private Wealth Team, will report to Rick Wayne, Portfolio Manager/Strategist. He will be responsible for enhancing the firm’s presence within the high net worth community and working with Rick to promote Coho amongst individuals and centers of influence. “Eric came highly recommended to us and he has impressed us as having the background and requisite skill sets to be most effective working directly with clients. In addition, Eric’s character and cultural fit with our firm was evident from the first time we met him.”

Prior to joining Coho Partners, Mr. Hildenbrand spent 8 ½ years at The Haverford Trust Company in various roles, most recently as Portfolio Manager, developing client and advisor relationships and managing investment portfolios.

“I am excited to start a new challenge within Coho Partners and look forward to working with the team to help service and develop the high net worth business. I am fortunate to be joining such a respected firm and I am impressed with their commitment to the equity investment philosophy and process. This focus has enabled Coho to deliver consistent, risk-adjusted returns by emphasizing downside protection and upside participation. I am proud to become a member of the Coho Family.”

Mr. Hildenbrand graduated from Siena College with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and has earned the right to use the Charter Financial Analyst designation.