Leyla Kassem is a senior relationship manager at Wells Capital Management, focusing on institutional separate accounts for the firm’s Fundamental Growth Equity clients.  Leyla began her investment industry career in 1987. Her previous experience includes serving as a portfolio manager with Lowry Hill, a vice president in the investment banking department of Dain Rauscher Incorporated and as an associate investment manager with Prudential Investment Corporation. Leyla graduated with high distinction from the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management, earning both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. She currently serves as President of the CFA Society of Minnesota, is an active member of the CFA Institute and has participated in the CFA exam grading process since 2003. Leyla also serves on the Investment Committee of the College of Saint Benedict.