Frederic DeBaets

Fred joined Commonwealth in May 2009. As a portfolio manager, Fred manages the PPS Select SMA strategies. He is responsible for security selection, portfolio overview, and ongoing account monitoring. Fred is also responsible for idea generation regarding opportunities in the fixed income market. In addition, he assists with fixed income research, as well as researching industry trends related to the fixed income market. Prior to joining Commonwealth, Fred worked in fixed income at both Morgan Stanley and Bear Stearns. He graduated from Plymouth State University with a double major in financial management and economics, and he earned his MBA from Plymouth as well. He attended Waterville Valley Academy for three years of high school and for two postgraduate years as part of the Alpine ski-racing program. Fred’s hobbies include skiing, golfing, biking, reading, and traveling to beaches all over the world. He also enjoys good wine and good food.