Leadership Team
The U.S. Bancorp Asset Management, Inc. leadership team which supports First American Funds is comprised of experienced executives representing each segment of our business. The firm is headed by Eric Thole, chief executive officer (CEO) of U.S. Bancorp Asset Management.
The Leadership Team includes:
Eric Thole
CEO of U.S. Bancorp Asset Management
29 years of financial industry experience
Kevin Breen
Head of Distribution and Strategy
26 years of financial industry experience
Rick Ertel
General Counsel and Secretary
32 years of financial industry experience
Lisa Isaacson
Chief Administrative Officer and Vice President of First American Funds
25 years of financial industry experience
Leo Karwejna
Chief Compliance Officer
26 years of financial industry experience
Jim Palmer, CFA
Chief Investment Officer and President of First American Funds
36 years of financial industry experience
Jill Stevenson
Head of Operations and Treasurer of First American Funds
37 years of financial industry experience
Torie Wise
Head of Business Solutions
16 years of financial industry experience