Jean Hynes is one of Wellington’s three managing partners, who are responsible for governance of the Wellington Management partnership. Throughout her nearly 30 years at the firm, she has researched the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, as well as served as a health care portfolio manager and leader of the health care sector research team. She serves as the chair of Wellington’s Executive Committee and is the sponsor for the Wellington Women's Network. On 1 July 2021, Jean will succeed Brendan Swords as chief executive officer. Jean joined Wellington Management upon her graduation from Wellesley College (1991), where she was awarded a BA in economics. Additionally, she holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation and is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society Boston. She is also a member of the Investment Committees at Wellesley College and the Winsor School.