Philadelphia, PA — The Bond Club of Philadelphia is pleased to announce its official slate of nominees for Officers and Governors for the 2026 term. This distinguished group reflects the depth of talent, leadership, and professional commitment across the region’s investment community and continues the Club’s longstanding tradition of excellence in service.

The Nominating Committee has proposed the following individuals to serve as Officers for 2026:

  • President: Nigel Storer, Nuveen

  • Vice President: Scott I. Gutman, CFP®, CCFC, SGI Wealth Management
  • Treasurer: Donald Grant, PFM Asset Management

  • Secretary: John Kenny, MetLife

The Committee has also nominated the following members to serve as Governors:

  • Membership Chair: Dianne P. Manges, CFA, Truist Foundations & Endowments Specialty Practice

  • Scholarship Chair: Prof. Jonathan Scott, Ph.D., Temple University Fox School of Business

  • Programming Chair: Matthew Depont

  • Howard Trauger

  • Denise Gargan, PNC Institutional Asset Management

  • Peter Ayoub

  • Stephen Comes, Boenning & Scattergood

  • Thomas Aichele

  • John Derderian, Haverford Trust

  • Joseph Evancich, FHN Financial

  • Michael Galantino, Chapin Davis

  • Christopher Doran, Invesco

  • Robert Whiteman, Dechert

This accomplished and experienced slate represents a broad cross-section of the financial industry—from asset management and wealth advisory to institutional services and academia. Each nominee has demonstrated a sustained commitment to the Bond Club’s mission of fostering education, professional development, and meaningful community within the Greater Philadelphia investment landscape.

Current President Nigel Storer expressed his appreciation for the members willing to serve: “The strength of our Club has always been rooted in the dedication of our volunteers and leaders. This exceptional group of nominees has consistently shown their support for our mission, and we look forward to the energy and expertise they will bring in the coming year.”

The full membership will vote on the proposed slate at the upcoming Annual General Meeting, to be held at Bala Golf Club on January 20 at 5:30pm.

The Bond Club of Philadelphia extends its sincere gratitude to all nominees and members whose ongoing commitment ensures the continued vitality and relevance of the organization.