Tony Bagwell, CFA

Tony Bagwell, CFA is the Chief Investment Officer at Cook Children's Health Care System, a position he has held since April 2019.123 Here are some key details about his background and career:

Professional Experience

• Current Role: Chief Investment Officer at Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth, Texas (April 2019 - Present)3

• Previous Role: Managing Director at Columbia Investment Management Company in New York City (November 2001 - March 2019)3

Tony spent 17 years at Columbia's endowment, rising to the position of managing director before taking on his current role at Cook Children's.12

Education

Tony Bagwell has a strong educational background:

• MBA in Finance and Accounting from Columbia Business School (1999 - 2001)3
• MA in Applied Mathematics from The University of Alabama (1993 - 1996)3
• BA in English and Mathematics from Mississippi College (1988 - 1993)3

Career Transition

Bagwell's move to Cook Children's Health Care System in 2019 marked a significant career shift:

• It was his first Chief Investment Officer position2
• He transitioned from managing Columbia's $11 billion university endowment to overseeing Cook Children's $2 billion in foundation assets12

Industry Context

Bagwell's appointment came after a nationwide search by Cook Children's.12 His hiring was part of a trend of new CIO appointments in health care institutions around that time.2 He replaced the previous CIO, Patrick O'Connor, who left in August 2018.12

Tony Bagwell's extensive experience in investment management, coupled with his strong educational background, positions him well to lead the investment strategy for Cook Children's Health Care System.