Mutual fund maker brings in veteran representative to drive regional sales. Touchstone Investments has named Robert Black as a new external wholesaler. He'll be focusing his sales efforts on intermediaries in Washington , D.C., Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.

"Rob's deep experience and strong relationships make him an excellent addition to the Touchstone team," says Touchstone's president Jim Grifo. "We're excited to have him on board and look forward to his continued success."

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Black has worked in business development and marketing for the past 13 years. He last worked at Kansas City, Mo.-based Enterprise Fund Distributors as regional v.p. for the mid-Atlantic region. He has also worked at R. Meeder & Associates and at BISYS Fund Services.

"Touchstone is a great fit with my skills and knowledge," says Black. "I am excited to take the next step in my career with them as I introduce Touchstone's distinctive approach to financial advisors in my territory."

Cincinnati-based Touchstone Investments, based in, is a member of the Western & Southern Financial Group. It has around $8 billion in mutual-fund assets under management. -FWR

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