by Joel Crampton | Mar 1, 2017
Education:
B.S. – William Jewell College
Experience:
DeMarche Associates
Waddell & Reed
Scott Johnson
Director, National AccountsScott joined KCM in 2011 and has 25 years of experience. From 2006 to 2011, he worked at DeMarche Associates as a Key Account Manager. From 1998 to 2003, Scott worked at Waddell & Reed in Institutional Marketing & Client Service.
At KCM, Scott works with investment consultant relations, key account management, institutional distribution, and client service.
Scott received a B.S. from William Jewell College.
Institutional / Advisor Relations
Registered Investment Advisors and
Institutional Clients, contact Scott at:
(913) 754-1537
sjohnson@buffalofunds.com
by Joel Crampton | Mar 1, 2017
Education:
Metropolitan Community College
Experience:
Fountain Capital Management
Hampshire Asset Management
UMB Bank
Janet Jones
Fixed Income Trader
Janet joined KCM in 2015 and has 27 years of professional investment experience. From 1997 to 2015, she worked at Fountain Capital Management as a Trader. From 1995 to 1997, Janet worked at Hampshire Asset Management as the Office Manager. From 1987 to 1995, she worked at UMB Bank as an Investment Administrator.
At KCM, Janet heads fixed income trading.
by Joel Crampton | Feb 28, 2017
Education:
M.B.A. – INSEAD
M.A. – Columbia University (French Cultural Studies)
B.A. – University of Pennsylvania (Biology)
Nicole Kornitzer, CFA
Portfolio Manager
Nicole was with KCM from 2000 – 2002 then rejoined in 2004 and has 23 years of professional investment experience.
At KCM, Nicole works with equity portfolios, and previous focus areas have included pharmaceuticals, medical diagnostics, and biotechnology. Her current focus is on European equity securities.
Nicole received a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, an M.A. from Columbia University, and an M.B.A. from INSEAD. She also holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
by Joel Crampton | May 5, 2020
Education:
B.S. – Kansas State University (Finance)
Past Experience:
Friess Associates
SunTrust Robinson
George K. Baum & Company
Hambrecht & Quist
Montgomery Securities
Ken Laudan
Portfolio Manager
Ken joined KCM in 2020 as a portfolio manager and has 30 years of professional investment experience. Ken’s previous positions have included roles as healthcare investment advisor at Friess Associates, Managing Director at SunTrust Robinson, George K. Baum & Company, and Hambrecht & Quist, as well as Principal for Montgomery Securities.
At KCM, Ken works with growth equity portfolios, and his focus is on companies in all market sectors, with additional expertise in the healthcare sector.
Ken received a B.S. in Finance from Kansas State University.
by Joel Crampton | Mar 1, 2017
Education:
B.S. – Kansas State University (Accounting)
Experience:
KPMG Peat Marwick
Mock & Dakan P.C.
Barry Koster, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Barry joined KCM in 2002 as the Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining the firm, he was with KPMG Peat Marwick for over 18 years, attaining the level of Senior Manager, before leaving in 2001 to take a similar position with Mock & Dakan P.C.
Barry received a B.S. in Accounting from Kansas State University, and he is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
