Russell Investments is an investment firm with global reach, providing investment products and services to individuals and institutions in more than 40 countries.
A pioneer in multi-manager investing, and the creator of the Russell Indexes, Russell manages more than US$174 billion in assets (as of September 30, 2009) and employs approximately 1,750 associates in more than 20 offices around the world.
Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, Russell provides services in the world's major financial centers, including London, Paris, Amsterdam, Johannesburg, Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, Toronto, San Francisco and New York.
Founded in 1936, Russell is a subsidiary of Northwestern Mutual. Russell's clients include retirement plans, foundations, endowments and investment plans of all types.
Investors have access to Russell's services through a network that includes many of the world's top banks, brokers, insurance companies and independent investment advisors.
Russell's purpose is improving financial security for people, and the firm's work environment is built on a culture that has always placed Russell associates as top priority—trusting that satisfied people will generate satisfied clients.