Adam Clift is the global head of performance measurement for Columbia Threadneedle Investments. He has 30 years of financial services industry experience with the majority focused on investment performance and risk analytics. He has led the Performance and Analytics Team since October 2011. His former positions within Columbia Threadneedle Investments include Vice President—Investment Risk Management and Director, Performance and Analytics. He graduated in 1992 with a philosophy degree from the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire. He holds Professional Risk Manager (PRM) and Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) designations.