| Mark R. Freeman, CFA | |
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GAMCO Westwood Intermediate Bond Fund |
| Mr. Freeman graduated cum laude from Millsaps College with a BA in Economics and received his Masters of Science in Economics from Louisiana State University. He began his career in 1987 while attending Millsaps College working for KPMG Peat Marwick in the accounting department where he analyzed corporate regulatory filings. After completing his undergraduate studies, Mr. Freeman joined the U.S. Peace Corps where he served as a program director for two years in Togo West Africa. Mr. Freeman joined First American National Bank in 1994 where he held several positions including Asset/Liability Analyst and Treasury Analyst/Economist. He was promoted to Assistant Vice President - Fixed Income Strategist/Senior Economist in 1998 where he had responsibility for developing and executing fixed income strategies for the bank’s $5 billion investment portfolio. Additionally, he served as the Senior Economist where he provided economic analysis to both senior management and to clients. At Westwood, Mr. Freeman leads the fixed income portfolio management group. He also provides economic analysis and research for the firm. Mr. Freeman was promoted to Vice President and Portfolio Manager in 2000. Mr. Freeman achieved the designation of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) in 1998. |
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