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[H3] Investment Outlook

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Providing investors access to opportunities that will strengthen their portfolios is VanEck’s guiding principle.

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[H1] Investment Professionals

Investment Oversight

Commodities

Digital Assets

Equity

Fixed Income

Multi-Asset Solutions

[H2] Investment Oversight

[IMG: Gregory Krenzer, CFA]

[H2] Gregory Krenzer, CFA

[IMG: Gregory Krenzer, CFA]

Head of Investment Risk, Co-Chief Operating Officer (Active Strategies)
Joined VanEck in 1994
Responsible for monitoring risks affecting portfolio management, trading, and portfolio performance
Previously served in portfolio management and as Head of Active Trading with extensive experience in commodities, natural resource equities and emerging markets
CFA charterholder; member of the CFA Society New York
BS (Beta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society), Finance (minor in Economics), Syracuse University

[H2] Commodities

[IMG: Christopher Mailloux, CFA]

[H2] Christopher Mailloux, CFA

[IMG: Christopher Mailloux, CFA]

Head of Active Trading, Deputy Portfolio Manager
Joined VanEck in 2007
Deputy Portfolio Manager for Commodity Index Strategy and Morningstar Wide Moat mutual Fund
CFA charterholder; member of the CFA Society New York
BS, Finance, Lehigh University

[IMG: Roland Morris]

[H2] Roland Morris

[IMG: Roland Morris]

Portfolio Manager, Commodities Strategist
Joined VanEck in 2012
Portfolio Manager for the Commodity Index Strategy and Commodities Strategist for the active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Prior experience as a macro/commodities trading specialist; manager of futures clearing and execution services and client relationship management
BA, Economics, University of Vermont

[H2] Digital Assets

[IMG: Matthew Bartlett]

[H2] Matthew Bartlett

[IMG: Matthew Bartlett]

Head of NFT Community & Web3
Joined VanEck in 2013
Prior to current role, served as Head of Internal Sales at VanEck
Previous roles included Outbound Manager of the Northeast Division at Franklin Templeton
Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)
NFT and Blockchain Expert Certifications from Blockchain Council
BS, Technology Management, Saint Petersburg College

[IMG: Patrick Bush]

[H2] Patrick Bush

[IMG: Patrick Bush]

Senior Investment Analyst, Digital Assets
Joined VanEck in 2022
Prior to VanEck, Head of Cryptocurrency Trading at Alphabit Trading LLC
Previous roles included Senior Manager at Pitney Bowes and Senior Fixed Income Trader at DRW Holdings LLC.
MBA, Duke University
BA Economics, University of Chicago

[IMG: Pranav Kanade]

[H2] Pranav Kanade

[IMG: Pranav Kanade]

Portfolio Manager, Digital Assets Alpha Fund
Joined VanEck in 2022
Prior to VanEck, Credit Portfolio Manager at Millennium Management
Previous roles include Head of Research, Liquid Credit, Angelo, Gordon & Co., Research Analyst at Hutchin Hill Capital and UBS
BS, Finance and Accounting (specialization in Entertainment, Media, and Technology), New York University

[IMG: Wyatt Lonergan]

[H2] Wyatt Lonergan

[IMG: Wyatt Lonergan]

General Partner, VanEck Ventures
Joined VanEck in 2024
Prior to VanEck, led the corporate investment team for Circle Ventures
BA, International Business & Management, Dickinson College

[IMG: Juan Lopez]

[H2] Juan Lopez

[IMG: Juan Lopez]

General Partner, VanEck Ventures
Joined VanEck in July 2024
Prior to VanEck, Co-led Circle Ventures funding early-stage investment and also served as Product Marketing Manager and Business Development Associate
BS, Finance, Florida State University

[IMG: Griffin MacMaster]

[H2] Griffin MacMaster

[IMG: Griffin MacMaster]

Investment Analyst, Onchain Economy
Joined VanEck in 2026
Prior to VanEck, Equity Research Associate at Wells Fargo Securities covering FinTech, Payments, Software, and Crypto
Previous roles include Researcher on the Digital Asset Listing Group at Coinbase and Valuation at Duff & Phelps
BS, Finance, Penn State University

[IMG: Mathew Maximo]

[H2] Mathew Maximo

[IMG: Mathew Maximo]

Senior Investment Analyst, Digital Assets
Joined VanEck in April 2024
Prior to VanEck, Portfolio Manager and research Analyst at Grayscale.
BS, Biology (minor in CS), Seattle University

[IMG: Gabriel Rabello]

[H2] Gabriel Rabello

[IMG: Gabriel Rabello]

Senior Investment Analyst, Digital Assets
Joined VanEck in 2023
Prior to VanEck, experience in private equity (HIG Capital, Morgan Stanley) and in investment banking, specializing in M&A advisory at Bank of America.
BS, Business Administration, University of Miami

[IMG: Matthew Sigel, CFA]

[H2] Matthew Sigel, CFA

[IMG: Matthew Sigel, CFA]

Head of Digital Assets Research
Joined VanEck in 2021
Prior to VanEck, Portfolio Strategist and author of the widely-read HELLO INVESTORS investment newsletter at CLSA
Previous roles included analyst and portfolio manager on the AllianceBernstein US & Global Thematic equity funds and former journalist at Bloomberg, CNBC and NHK Japan Broadcasting
BA, English, Harvard University

[H2] Equity

[IMG: Charles Cameron]

[H2] Charles Cameron

[IMG: Charles Cameron]

Deputy Portfolio Manager, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 1995
Prior to VanEck, Trader at Standard Chartered; specialized in Eurobond and emerging markets fixed income securities
MBA, Finance, New York University
BS, Finance, Boston College

[IMG: Imaru Casanova]

[H2] Imaru Casanova

[IMG: Imaru Casanova]

Portfolio Manager, Active Gold and Precious Metals Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2011
Also, Senior Analyst for the active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Previously, Equity Research Analyst at Barnard Jacobs Mellet USA and BMO Capital Markets and held positions as Production Technologist, Offshore Wellsite Supervisor and Petroleum Engineer for Shell Exploration and Production
Prior to VanEck, Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst at McNicoll Lewis & Vlak; established the firm's metals and mining research department
MS, Mechanical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University
BS (magna cum laude), Mechanical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University

[IMG: Candy Chao]

[H2] Candy Chao

[IMG: Candy Chao]

Equity Research Analyst, Active Emerging Markets Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2025
Prior to VanEck, Equity Research Analyst at Morgan Stanley Investment Management
BS, Finance, NYU Stern School of Business

[IMG: Antonio De Pinho]

[H2] Antonio De Pinho

[IMG: Antonio De Pinho]

Senior Analyst, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2019
Previously, Chief Operating Officer of Energy XXI, Vice President, Exploration and Production U.S. Western & International Divisions at El Paso Corporation and Vice President International Business Development at Devon Energy
Served in the Portuguese Navy
Licentiate, Geological Engineering, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa

[IMG: Griffin Driscoll]

[H2] Griffin Driscoll

[IMG: Griffin Driscoll]

Deputy Portfolio Manager, Senior Equity ETF Analyst
Joined VanEck in 2018
Deputy Portfolio Manager for multiple Equity Income, Thematic, and Strategic Equity ETFs
Prior to joining VanEck, ETF Basket Operations Analyst at JPMorgan
BS, Finance, Providence College

[IMG: Ola El-Shawarby, CFA]

[H2] Ola El-Shawarby, CFA

[IMG: Ola El-Shawarby, CFA]

Portfolio Manager, Active Emerging Markets Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2017
Oversees the Emerging Markets Equity team including company research, stock selection and portfolio construction
Prior to VanEck, Director and Investment Analyst at Caravel Management LLC
CFA charterholder; member of the CFA Society Egypt
MBA, Harvard Business School
BA, (summa cum laude), Business Administration (concentration in Finance), The American University in Cairo
BS, Political Science (minor in Economics), Cairo University

[IMG: Joseph Foster]

[H2] Joseph Foster

[IMG: Joseph Foster]

Gold Strategist
Joined VanEck in 1996
Gold Strategist for the active Gold and Precious Metals Strategy and the active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Prior to VanEck, 14 years of dedicated experience in geology and mining; including serving as a Senior Geologist and Mine Exploration Geologist at Pinson Mining Company and Exploration Geologist at Lacana Gold Inc. (Reno, Nevada)
MBA, University of Nevada-Reno
MS, Geology, Mackey School of Mines
BS (magna cum laude), Geology, Tennessee Technological University

[IMG: Patricia Gonzalez]

[H2] Patricia Gonzalez

[IMG: Patricia Gonzalez]

Senior Investment Analyst, Active Emerging Markets Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2014
Specializing in Latin America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)
Prior to VanEck, Financial Analyst at Newgate Capital Management
MBA, Loyola University
BA, Economics, Universidad Catolica Andres Bello (Venezuela)

[IMG: Adam Graf, CFA]

[H2] Adam Graf, CFA

[IMG: Adam Graf, CFA]

Senior Investment Analyst, Active Gold and Precious Metals Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2022
Also, Senior Analyst, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Prior to VanEck, held various sell-side and buy-side equity and commodity analyst positions with a specialty in mining and metals
CFA charterholder; member of the CFA Society New York
BS, Geology, University of Michigan; MS, Ore Deposit Geology, and MBA, Finance, University of Arizona

[IMG: Samuel Halpert]

[H2] Samuel Halpert

[IMG: Samuel Halpert]

Co-Portfolio Manager, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck originally in 2000 and returned in 2025
Portfolio Manager for active Global Resources strategies, sub-advised with Macquarie
Previously, Head of Global Natural Resources Equity at Macquarie Asset Management
Prior to Macquarie, Samuel spent 18 years at VanEck, including Co-Portfolio Manager and Senior Analyst specializing in agriculture, coal, paper and forest products, refining, shipping, and steel investments
BA, English and American Literature, Harvard College

[IMG: Janet Hong, CFA]

[H2] Janet Hong, CFA

[IMG: Janet Hong, CFA]

Investment Analyst, Active Emerging Markets Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2024
Prior to VanEck, Investment Analyst at GQG Partners and Private Equity & Credit Associate at Partners Group
CFA Charterholder; member of the CFA Society New York
MBA, New York University Stern School of Business
BS, Finance and Economics (minor), University of Pittsburgh

[IMG: Ammar James]

[H2] Ammar James

[IMG: Ammar James]

Investment Analyst, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2019
Specializes in agribusiness, timber and paper and packaging research
Prior to VanEck, Associate Investment Director at Cambridge Associates
BS, Mathematics, SUNY Stony Brook

[IMG: Kyle Jonas]

[H2] Kyle Jonas

[IMG: Kyle Jonas]

Senior Associate, Private Growth Equity
Joined VanEck in 2025
Prior to joining VanEck, Associate at Vista Equity Partners; Senior Associate, Leveraged Finance at Silicon Valley Bank; and Analyst and HQ Capital Private Equity
BA, Economics & Business, Statistics Focus, Magna Cum Laude, St. Lawrence University

[IMG: James Kim]

[H2] James Kim

[IMG: James Kim]

Head of ETF Capital Markets
Joined VanEck in 2017
Prior to VanEck, ETF Capital Markets at iShares/BlackRock, advising clients on accessing capital markets, ETF suitability and best execution
BS, Business Administration, University of California, Berkeley

[IMG: Geoffrey King, CFA]

[H2] Geoffrey King, CFA

[IMG: Geoffrey King, CFA]

Co-Portfolio Manager, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck originally in 2006 and returned in 2025
Portfolio Manager for active Global Resources strategies, sub-advised with Macquarie
Previously, Portfolio Manager on the Global Natural Resources Equity Team at Macquarie Asset Management
Prior to Macquarie, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Abraxas Petroleum
Geoffrey also spent 6 years at VanEck, including Senior Energy Analyst focused on natural resource commodities and equities
CFA charterholder
BA, Economics and History, Davidson College

[IMG: Ralph Lasta]

[H2] Ralph Lasta

[IMG: Ralph Lasta]

Deputy Portfolio Manager, Senior Equity ETF Analyst
Joined VanEck in 2019
Deputy Portfolio Manager for Natural Resources and Country/Regional ETFs
Prior to VanEck, Intermediate Representative, Exchange Traded Funds at BNY Mellon
BS, Accounting, Hunter College

[IMG: Peter Liao, CFA]

[H2] Peter Liao, CFA

[IMG: Peter Liao, CFA]

Head of Equity ETF Portfolio Management
Joined VanEck in 2005
Oversees the Equity ETF Investment Management Team including development and management of index replication and optimization strategies
CFA charterholder; member of the CFA Society New York
BA, Mathematics and Economics, New York University

[IMG: Charl Malan]

[H2] Charl Malan

[IMG: Charl Malan]

Senior Investment Analyst, Active Natural Resources Equity Strategy
Joined VanEck in 2003
Specializes in base and industrial metals research
Previously, Equity Research Analyst and Junior Portfolio Manager at Standard Corporate and Merchant Bank, Asset Management (South Africa)
Prior to VanEck, Equity Research Sales Analyst specializing in South African mining, natural resources and financial research at JPMorgan Chase
MBA, University of Stellenbosch (South Africa)
Honours in Business Administration, University of Stellenbosch (South Africa)
BA, Arts, University of Pretoria (South Africa)

[IMG: Bennett Michaels]

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[H1]
About Us

[H1] Mission and History

[H2] “Don’t settle for the conventional. Dare to be different.” CEO Jan van Eck

Providing investors access to opportunities that will strengthen their portfolios is VanEck’s guiding principle. Through forward-looking, intelligently designed active and passive approaches, we offer value-added exposures to emerging industries, asset classes and markets as well as differentiated approaches to traditional strategies.
We think beyond the capital markets to identify the trends—including economic, technological, political and social—that we believe will fuel investable opportunities and inspire our clients to reach their financial goals.
VanEck was one of the first U.S. asset managers to offer investors access to international markets and recognized early the transformative potential of gold investing, emerging markets, ETFs and digital assets. Today, our firm’s capabilities range from core investment opportunities to more specialized exposures to enhance portfolio diversification.

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[H2] CEO Jan van Eck on VanEck's creation, its business growth, and a mission of global, client-first vision

VanEck’s business has been shaped by identifying influential, persistent investment themes before they become mainstream.

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1955
Post WWII recovery creates opportunities with international companies in Europe and Asia

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1968
In anticipation of inflation, concentrated investment in gold

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1993
Prominence of China puts focus on rising influence of emerging markets

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2006
Investor desire for liquidity, diversification, efficiency leads to ETF industry expansion

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2012
Launch wide moat equity strategy focused on companies with sustainable competitive advantages

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2017
Identify the disruptive potential of bitcoin and digital assets on financial services and beyond

[H3]
1955
Post WWII recovery creates opportunities with international companies in Europe and Asia

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1968
In anticipation of inflation, concentrated investment in gold

[H3]
1993
Prominence of China puts focus on rising influence of emerging markets

[H3]
2006
Investor desire for liquidity, diversification, efficiency leads to ETF industry expansion

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2012
Launch wide moat equity strategy focused on companies with sustainable competitive advantages

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2017
Identify the disruptive potential of bitcoin and digital assets on financial services and beyond

[H2] VanEck Today

With $199.1 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, VanEck offers a range of vehicles including exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, institutional funds, separately managed accounts, model delivery SMAs/model portfolios, and UCITS funds and ETFs.

[H2] Global Presence

Headquartered in New York with offices and local product offerings spanning Europe, Australia, Asia, and Latin America.
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Full Time Employees

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Investment Professionals

[H2] Assets Under Management of $199.1 Billion
As of March 31, 2026

$101.1B

U.S and International Equity

$45.1B

Gold and Precious Metals

$19.4B

U.S and International Fixed Income

$20.8B

Natural Resources and Commodities

$9.4B

Emerging Markets Equity and Fixed Income

$2.5B

Digital Assets

$855.1M

Asset Allocation

[H2] Fund Development
At our core is an emphasis on solutions that meet the specific objectives of clients, which include individual investors and institutions, including endowments, foundations, pension plans and private banks.

We stress putting clients first in every step of the development process.

Identification
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Involvement
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[H3] Identification

Think beyond the financial markets to identify the trends—including economic, technological, political and social—that will fuel investable opportunities before they become mainstream.

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[H3] Information

Determine what drives performance while being mindful of potential risks.
Ideas must offer lasting investment benefits.

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[H3] Innovation

Focus on optimal access, whether by being first to market or by developing a more intelligent, efficient approach.

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[H3] Involvement

Provide solutions that are client-focused and competitively-priced.
We commit internal resources and participate in these strategies alongside our clients.

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[H3] Insight

After launch, expect ongoing, fair and balanced perspectives.
Investment professionals continuously produce high level research and are always available for clients.

Strategies Available Across Structures

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[H2] VanEck at 70: Legacy, Progress, and Innovation
VanEck’s 70-year history is not just a story of the past; it’s a foundation for the future. Our vision, commitment to innovation, and strong culture have shaped our journey and continue to guide the path forward. With a clear focus on people and a philosophy rooted in long-term thinking, VanEck’s legacy is one of adaptability and forward-thinking—qualities that will define its next chapter in the ever-evolving world of investing.

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Investment Outlook
October 29 2025

70 Years of People, Purpose, and Progress

Investment Outlook

October 17 2025

Culture, Connection and 70 Years of VanEck
Behind every milestone in VanEck’s 70-year journey are the people whose ideas, integrity and collaboration keep its culture thriving.

Investment Outlook

September 10 2025

Then vs. Now: A Consistent Philosophy for a Changing World
From typewriters and cramped conference rooms to bell ringings at NYSE, VanEck’s 70-year journey shows how much has changed--and how its philosophy has endured.

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Investment Outlook
August 1 2025

VanEck Turns 70: Staying Ahead in a World That Never Stands Still

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Investment Outlook
October 29 2025

70 Years of People, Purpose, and Progress

Investment Outlook

October 17 2025

Culture, Connection and 70 Years of VanEck
Behind every milestone in VanEck’s 70-year journey are the people whose ideas, integrity and collaboration keep its culture thriving.

Investment Outlook

September 10 2025

Then vs. Now: A Consistent Philosophy for a Changing World
From typewriters and cramped conference rooms to bell ringings at NYSE, VanEck’s 70-year journey shows how much has changed--and how its philosophy has endured.

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Investment Outlook
August 1 2025

VanEck Turns 70: Staying Ahead in a World That Never Stands Still

[H2] Values and Vision

Staying true to our mantra of offering investors forward-looking, intelligently designed strategies, our growth plans focus on our competitive strengths in our core asset classes as well advancing investor solutions in developing areas of the market.
VanEck is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where diversity is recognized and valued. VanEck is a corporate sponsor of Women in ETFs, an organization that creates opportunities for professional advancement by expanding connections among women in the ETF industry. VanEck has also established a corporate partnership with Wall Street Bound, a finance education nonprofit organization committed to recruiting, training, and mentoring diverse and under-represented youth for careers in the financial services industry.
View our latest views and insights to see what’s trending across our asset classes and strategies.

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Leadership

[H2] Executive Management

[IMG: Jan F. van Eck]

[H3] Jan F. van Eck

Chief Executive OfficerMember of the Board of Directors of Van Eck Associates Corporation

[IMG: Jan F. van Eck]

Mr. van Eck joined the Firm in 1991 and was added to the Executive Management Team in 1998. In 2010, he was named President and Chief Executive Officer of Van Eck Associates Corporation. Additionally, he is the President and CEO of Van Eck Securities Corporation. Mr. van Eck is a Trustee and the President and Chief Executive Officer of VanEck ETF Trust, VanEck Funds and VanEck VIP Trust.
Mr. van Eck has spearheaded the launch of multiple innovative mutual funds, ETFs, and institutional vehicles spanning asset classes and strategies. Mr. van Eck founded the Firm’s ETF business in 2006. Through a series of business acquisitions, partnerships, and global product development over the last decade, the ETF business is one of the largest globally with offerings domiciled in the U.S., Europe, and Australia.
Mr. van Eck holds a JD from Stanford University and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Williams College with a major in Economics. Mr. van Eck is a member of the USC Marshall School of Business Board of Councilors and the Board of Trustees of Williams College. He is a member of the National Committee on United States-China Relations. He routinely appears in the media, including CNBC and Bloomberg Television. Mr. van Eck was a 2013 Finalist for Institutional Investor's Fund Leader of the Year and was the recipient of ETF.com’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. The firm was named 2020 ETF Provider of the Year by Fund Intelligence.

[IMG: Kristen Capuano]

[H3] Kristen Capuano

Chief Marketing Officer | co-Chief Operating Officer (Active)

[IMG: Kristen Capuano]

Ms. Capuano joined VanEck in 2007. In 2018, she assumed the role of Chief Marketing Officer. In 2022, she was also named Co-Chief Operating Officer for the Firm’s active business. Ms. Capuano is responsible for all content and digital marketing as well as product development and management, including go-to-market strategy and business planning across VanEck’s distribution channels. She also assists with corporate development and strategy and helps oversee operations for the Firm’s active business. Previously, she served as Vice President, Head of Active Product. Ms. Capuano has nearly 20 years of marketing and product management experience within the financial services industry. Prior to joining VanEck, she held several marketing and product-related positions at ING Investment Management. Ms. Capuano received an MBA (Beta Gamma Sigma) from Quinnipiac University and earned a BS from the University of Connecticut. Ms. Capuano was named in 2019 as one of the Top 10 Women in Asset Management by Money Management Executive Magazine and was also a finalist for the With Intelligence Fund Marketer of the Year in 2022 and 2023.

[IMG: John Crimmins, CPA]

[H3] John Crimmins, CPA

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (Funds and ETFs)

[IMG: John Crimmins, CPA]

Mr. Crimmins joined VanEck in 2009 as Vice President of Portfolio Administration. He is primarily responsible for overseeing portfolio accounting and administration. He also serves as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to the VanEck Funds, VanEck VIP Trust and VanEck ETF Trust. Prior to joining VanEck, Mr. Crimmins was the Chief Financial, Operating and Compliance Officer for Kern Capital Management LLC from 1997 to 2009 and the Vice President and Director of Mutual Fund Administration for Evergreen Investment Services from 1987 to 1997. Previously, Mr. Crimmins acted as Vice President and Controller for Pilgrim Group for three years and was in public accounting for six years. Mr. Crimmins is a Certified Public Accountant and received a BS in Accounting from St. John’s University.

[IMG: Igor Draytsel]

[H3] Igor Draytsel

Chief Information Security Officer

[IMG: Igor Draytsel]

Mr. Draytsel joined VanEck in November 2021. He serves as Chief Information Security Officer, bringing with him more than 20 years of professional experience in practicing Cybersecurity disciplines. Mr. Draytsel's responsibilities include administering and advancing the firm's Information Security program, which comprises core elements such as IT risk management, cybersecurity governance, data protection, InfoSec training and awareness, and others.Before joining VanEck, Mr. Draytsel served in several senior and executive Information Security roles at major banks and hedge funds, including JPMorgan Chase, BNP Paribas, and Elliott Investment Management. Mr. Draytsel holds a BS in Economics from Ukrainian State Technical University, a Master of Science in Information Systems from Pace University, and a Master of Liberal Arts in Government Extension Studies from Harvard University. Mr. Draytsel holds various prestigious professional certificates, including CCISO, CISSP, CISM, and others.
Digital Assets Alpha Fund

[IMG: Michael Gozzillo]

[H3] Michael Gozzillo

Chief Compliance Officer

[IMG: Michael Gozzillo]

Mr. Gozzillo joined VanEck in 2018. He serves as Chief Compliance Officer for Van Eck Associates Corporation, Van Eck Absolute Return Advisers Corporation, Van Eck Securities Corporation, VanEck ETF Trust, VanEck Funds and VanEck VIP Trust. Prior to joining VanEck, Mr. Gozzillo served as Chief Compliance Officer for City National Bank’s investment advisor, City National Rochdale, LLC as well as City National Rochdale Funds from 2012 until 2018. From 2008 to 2012, Mr. Gozzillo was employed with TIAA-CREF, serving as the Director and Compliance Officer for the mutual funds and Chief Compliance Officer of the Life Insurance Company Separate Accounts. Prior to 2008, he was the Chief Compliance Officer at Managers Investment Group LLC and held managerial positions at AMT Capital Services, Delaware Investments and The Vanguard Group. Mr. Gozzillo holds a BS in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.

[IMG: Greg Krenzer]

[H3] Greg Krenzer

Head of Investment Risk | co-Chief Operating Officer (Active)

[IMG: Greg Krenzer]

Mr. Krenzer joined VanEck in 1994 and was named the Firm’s Head of Investment Risk in 2024. He is responsible for monitoring risks affecting portfolio management, trading, and portfolio performance by independently performing daily portfolio reviews and providing relevant committees with ongoing reporting. In this capacity, he serves as co-chair of the Risk Committee and the Active Investment Committee. In 2022, Greg was named Co-Chief Operating Officer of the Active business where he helps to oversee daily operations. He previously served as Head of Active Trading and also acted in a portfolio management role for numerous strategies including the VanEck CM Commodity Index Strategy and VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat Fund. Mr. Krenzer has over 25 years of experience investing in commodities, natural resource equities and global fixed income. Mr. Krenzer is a CFA Charterholder and a member of the CFA Society New York. He earned a BS in Finance with a minor in Economics (Beta Gamma Sigma) from Syracuse University.

[IMG: Adam Phillips]

[H3] Adam Phillips

Chief Operating Officer (ETFs)

[IMG: Adam Phillips]

Mr. Phillips joined VanEck in 2006. In 2012, he assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer for the Firm’s ETF business. Mr. Phillips is responsible for corporate development and strategy, daily operations and relationships with key business contacts, including stock exchanges, regulators and industry groups. Prior to joining VanEck, Mr. Phillips was founder and managing member of LB Trading, LLC, a proprietary ETF trading firm on the American Stock Exchange. He also served as junior general partner and management committee member of Orbit II Partners, L.P., a proprietary trading firm specializing in equity options, index options and ETF market making. Mr. Phillips was member of the American Stock Exchange from 1996 through 2006, and was an American Stock Exchange Floor Official from 2001 to 2003. From 2020 to 2022, he served as Chairperson of the Investment Company Institute (ICI) ETF Committee. Mr. Phillips earned a BA in Economics and a BA in American Civilization from Lafayette College.

[IMG: Richard Potocki]

[H3] Richard Potocki

Managing Director, Head of U.S. Distribution

[IMG: Richard Potocki]

Mr. Potocki joined VanEck in 2012 and oversees financial adviser and institutional sales across all product lines. Prior to joining VanEck, Mr. Potocki served as Director, National Sales Manager and Head of National Accounts at Russell ETFs. He also served on Russell's ETFs Operating Committee and Distribution Leadership Team. His previous experience includes roles as Managing Director and Partner at J. & W. Seligman where he served as National Sales Manager, Head of National Accounts, Member of Board of Directors of the Global Horizon and Spectrum Funds, and Head of Marketing. Mr. Potocki was responsible for the expansion of the Seligman brand overseas and opened offices in London, Buenos Aires and Hong Kong. Mr. Potocki holds a BA from Duke University.

[IMG: Lee Rappaport, CPA]

[H3] Lee Rappaport, CPA

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

[IMG: Lee Rappaport, CPA]

Mr. Rappaport joined VanEck in 2012. He serves as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Van Eck Associates Corporation and its subsidiaries after previously serving as the Controller. Mr. Rappaport also serves as Van Eck Securities Corporation’s Financial and Operations Principal. Prior to joining VanEck, Mr. Rappaport was a manager at KPMG LLP. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Mr. Rappaport holds a FINRA Series 27 license and received a BS in Accounting from University of Maryland, College Park.

[IMG: Megan Rapple]

[H3] Megan Rapple

Vice President, Global Head of Human Resources

[IMG: Megan Rapple]

Ms. Rapple joined VanEck in 2015. She serves as Global Head of Human Resources for Van Eck Associates Corporation and is responsible for all aspects of Human Resources, including recruitment, employee relations, training, benefits and payroll. Prior to joining VanEck, Ms. Rapple was Assistant Vice President and Senior HR Generalist at Jennison from 2012 to 2015 and held various HR-related roles at Legg Mason from 2007 to 2012. Ms. Rapple earned a BS in Business Economics from the State University of New York at Cortland.

[IMG: Jonathan Simon]

[H3] Jonathan Simon

Senior Vice President, General Counsel

[IMG: Jonathan Simon]

Mr. Simon joined VanEck in 2006. He serves as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary for Van Eck Associates Corporation, Van Eck Securities Corporation and Van Eck Absolute Return Advisers Corporation. Prior to joining VanEck, he worked as corporate associate at Sidley Austin LLP, Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP and Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP. Mr. Simon is a member of the New York State Bar. He holds a JD from Fordham University School of Law and earned a BS from Cornell University.

[IMG: Jonathan Wang]

[H3] Jonathan Wang

Chief Technology Officer

[IMG: Jonathan Wang]

Mr. Wang joined VanEck in 2019 and serves as Chief Technology Officer. He is responsible for operational leadership and strategic guidance in the design and development of applications focusing on investment management, portfolio trading, operations, sales, and marketing.
Mr. Wang has a deep and varied background in technology, capital markets and the investment management business. Prior to joining VanEck, Mr. Wang served as Head of IT at Antecapio Investment Partners LP. Prior to that, he served as Senior IT Manager at Kiski Group and Head of IT at TPG Axon Capital. Previous experience includes Director of Equity Capital Markets at Ipreo Holdings LLC and several positions at Bank of America Securities, Bloomberg LP, and Credit Suisse First Boston. Mr. Wang received an MBA in Finance from New York University Leonard N. Stern School of Business. He received an MS in Computer Science from Yale University and a BS in Computer Science from Temple University.

[H2] Independent Board Members of Van Eck Associates Corporation

[H3] Bruce Smith

Member of the Board of Directors of Van Eck Associates Corporation

Held multiple leadership positions at VanEck over his 40-year tenure at the firm
Former Director of various VanEck related entities including Van Eck Securities Corporation, Van Eck Absolute Return Advisers Corporation and VanEck Asset Management B.V.
Served as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer of Van Eck Associates Corporation, Van Eck Securities Corporation and Van Eck Absolute Return Advisers Corporation until July 2018
CPA, 1980; BS, Accounting, Fordham University, 1977

[H3] Robert R. Grusky

Member of the Board of Directors of Van Eck Associates Corporation

Since 2000, Founder and Managing Member of Hope Capital Management, LLC, an investment manager.
In 2000, co-founded New Mountain Capital, LLC, an investment manager. Was a Principal and Managing Director from 2000 to 2005, Senior Advisor from 2005 to 2019 and Member of the Executive Council since 2019.
In 1997, joined Honorable Ronald S. Lauder as Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff. In 1998, named President of RSL Investments Corporation.
In 1990, appointed White House Fellow by President Bush. Served as Assistant for Special Projects to Secretary of Defense Cheney.
In 1985, joined Goldman, Sachs & Co. as a member of its Mergers and Acquisitions Department. In 1989, named Vice President. In 1993, transferred to the Principal Investment Area (PIA).
From 1979 to 1983, was with Continental Illinois National Bank and Trust Company of Chicago, rising to Second Vice President in the U.S. Banking Department.
Member of Board of Directors of AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN) and Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA).
Masters in Business Administration (with distinction), Harvard Business School, 1985; BA (cum laude and with honors in history), Union College, 1979.

[H3] William A. Ullman

Member of the Board of Directors of Van Eck Associates Corporation

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