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Merlin L. Erickson
Vice President, Quantitative Research Analyst

Merlin oversees the Quantitative Research group. He provides quantitative analysis, security and portfolio risk statistics, and currently leads derivative and hedging implementation initiatives within Advantus. He also provides back-up execution to the equity index portfolios. Prior to joining Advantus, Merlin was Vice President at Sucia Re Management. He has been active in the investment industry since 1993.

Professional Experience

Sucia Re Management, Vice President
Safeco Financial Products, Derivative Portfolio Manager
Safeco Asset Management, Analyst
Safeco Life Insurance Company, Actuarial Analyst
Active in the investment industry since 1993

Degrees and Designations

Master of Business Administration in Finance, Seattle University
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Central Washington University