Mary is a portfolio manager responsible for private client accounts. Her duties include implementing the firm’s investment decisions, reviewing performance of client portfolios, and ensuring adherence to the firm’s investment guidelines.  Mary interacts with clients and their consultants in order to provide insights and interpretation of the firm’s portfolio strategies and investment philosophy.  In addition, Mary serves on both the equity and fixed income product specialist teams and assists with articulating the investment committee's decisions to the portfolio management and client service groups.  Prior to joining Brandes, Mary was an institutional client service officer for a global investment management firm.  Mary earned her BS from University of California, Riverside and an MA from United States International University.  She is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society of San Diego.  Mary has 11 years of investment experience.