portfolio management

At Allegiant, specialization is the key to our investment management philosophy. Our portfolio managers and research analysts work in independent teams. Each team focuses on a single sector or investment style. Their dedication and clear focus are reflected in the unwavering style purity of our funds.


Michael E. Santelli, CFA, CPA
Managing Director, Mid Cap Value & Focused Equity
  • Industry Experience: 18 years
  • B.S., George Washington University
  • M.B.A., University of Chicago
Michael has leadership responsibility for the Mid Cap Value and Focused Equity style team. Michael has previous investment experience that includes positions in research and portfolio management. Prior to joining Allegiant, he was with Donaldson, Lufkin, and Jenrette’s mortgage research department. Michael has previously served as taxable fixed income team lead and as a mortgage and asset backed portfolio manager for the firm. A CFA charterholder and a Certified Public Accountant, Michael received a B.S. degree from George Washington University and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago.
Alex L. Vallecillo, CFA
Senior Portfolio Manager, Mid Cap Value & Focused Equity
  • Industry Experience: 14 years
  • B.S., George Mason University
  • M.B.A., University of Michigan
Alex is a member of the equity management team with responsibility for the Mid Cap Value and Focused Equity styles. He has extensive investment experience, including managing the firm's corporate bond portfolio team in the firm's fixed income group. Prior to joining the firm in 1996, he was a corporate bond and structured fixed income trader with Merrill Lynch. A CFA charterholder, Alex received a B.S. degree from George Mason University and an M.B.A. from the University of Michigan.

Quick Stats
as of 11/30/2008
Inception 7/1/2002
Ticker ARVIX
CUSIP 01748E831
Net Assets $94,598,388
Morningstar Style
Mid-Cap Value
Daily Price as of 1/5/09
NAV POP Chg ($) Chg (%)
$8.45 $8.45 -$0.02 -0.24%
Risk/Reward Chart
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