Paul Davidson and Charles Johnson have been appointed to the position of vice president, retirement strategy, working with financial advisors to provide information for plan sponsors and individual investors.

Based in Dallas, Texas, Davidson heads the South Central region. Johnson will be located in San Francisco, California and will oversee the Western region. Both executives will report to Matt Coldren, executive vice president and head of the retirement strategy group located in Boston.

Natixis Global Associates US president and CEO David Giunta said we consider retirement a key component of overall growth strategy. NGA has participated in segments of the retirement market for many years, and in 2008 Natixis launched a focused growth initiative to strengthen the presence in this rapidly expanding market. This effort has enhanced the diversification of distribution model and provided consistent net flows.

Coldren said Paul and Chuck each bring an impressive track record of over 17 years of experience and success in the financial services industry. In addition, their knowledge and familiarity with their regions will be valuable assets to help build the retirement business to the next level.