Man Investments Canada Corp. expands staff

Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Author: Natalie Torres, ManInvestments.com

Toronto, Ontario -  Man Investments Canada Corp., a subsidiary of the Man Investments division of Man Group plc, announces today that Andrew Doman has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer.

 Mr. Doman will be responsible for the overall supervision of the firm’s operational processes and policies and will report directly to Toreigh Stuart, Chief Executive Officer of Man Investments Canada Corp.

 Mr. Doman brings extensive experience to the firm with over 12 years of experience in senior operations positions. Most recently, he held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Abria Alternative Investments Inc., a Toronto-based hedge fund manger. Mr. Doman holds his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Business Administration degrees from the University of Toronto.

 Man Investments has been at the forefront of the international alternative investment industry for over two decades.  The firm has launched over 450 alternative investment vehicles and manages over US$54.0 billion worldwide (estimated as of June 30, 2006).  Based in London, Man Investments has offices in 16 countries. The firm recently announced the opening its Canadian operation located in Toronto.

 For further information, please visit our website, www.maninvestments.com, or contact:

 Natalie Torres                                                  Email: ntorres@maninvestments.com

Communications                                              Direct: (312) 881-6874

 About Man Investments

Man Investments (“Man”), the asset management division of Man Group plc, is a global leader in the alternative investments industry.  It provides innovative products and tailor-made solutions for private and institutional investors.  In its core hedge fund asset class, Man offers funds of hedge funds, structured and style products.  The company’s experience stretches back more than two decades and defines the standard for excellence in an industry whose central goal is to provide diversification away from traditional equity and bond investments.  Man has a powerful global presence with central operations in Pfäffikon (Switzerland) and London, and key centers in Chicago, Montevideo, Hong Kong, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto and Dubai, as well as an extensive network of distribution partners. 

 About Man Group plc

Man Group plc is a leading global provider of alternative investment products and solutions and is one of the world's largest futures brokers.  The Group employs over 4,000 people in 16 countries, with key centers in London, Pfaeffikon (Switzerland), Chicago and New York.  Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (EMG.L) and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index.  Further information on the Man Group can be found at www.mangroupplc.com.