Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry [REPLAY] Jean Hynes – Inside Wellington Management (Capital Allocators, EP.82)
Jun 8, 2020
Jean Hynes, Managing Partner at Wellington Management and healthcare team leader, shares her journey from administrative assistant to a top executive while nurturing a humanistic culture at Wellington. She discusses the firm’s evolution into a global investment powerhouse and dives into the intricacies of healthcare research, particularly in genomics and rare diseases. Jean also addresses talent recruitment, the merits of active vs. passive investing, and how business models in healthcare are shifting, all while emphasizing the value of teamwork and personal growth.
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Hynes's Path to Investing
- Jean Hynes's interest in investing stemmed from a college internship at a Boston stockbroker.
- Although initially unsure about a career in finance, the experience sparked her curiosity about market mechanics.
Early Career Progression
- Starting as an administrative assistant, Hynes's detailed morning meeting notes caught attention, leading to a mentorship with Ed Owens.
- This mentorship provided exposure to company meetings and research, shaping her analytical skills.
Forecasting Healthcare Trends
- Wellington's healthcare team emphasizes anticipating future healthcare trends to inform stock selection.
- This requires comprehensive research, focusing on changes in disease treatment and identifying potential winners.