Mr. Root graduated from Washington & Lee University with a degree in Geology and his Masters of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University. Mr. Root joined Westwood in 1993 and was promoted to Senior Vice President in 2002 and serves as an active member of the investment team. He chairs the Westwood Trust Investment Committee and the Asset Allocation Committee. He is responsible for asset allocation and separate account management of client portfolios, as well as new business development and ongoing client service.
Contact: 214-756-6980 or rroot@westwoodgroup.com