Jennifer Okutake

Senior Director of Portfolio Implementation

Start Date

Industry: 1996
KAR: 2018

Education

MBA, Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California
B.A., Economics, University of California, Irvine

Prior Work Experience

SVP of Operations – First Pacific Advisors
Portfolio Administration & Assistant Portfolio Manager – Tradewinds Global
Investors Assistant Portfolio Manager – Roxbury Capital Supervisor
Managed Accounts Department – NWQ Investment Management

What Do You Enjoy Most About Your Job?

Working with a great group of people who are talented and bring a wealth of knowledge and skill to the firm. Each day I have the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from colleagues.

What Do You Enjoy Most About Working at KAR?

The best part of KAR are the people. I really enjoy the individuals I work with as they have positive attitudes, are hardworking and considerate.

What Are You Involved in Outside of Work?

I like spending time with family and friends.

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