Mr. DiCenzo is an Independent Trustee and Chairman of the FNEX Venture Fund. Mr. DiCenzo is a financial services leader in developing and leading new and existing lines of business.

His demonstrated ability to develop and execute a detailed strategic operating plan across various asset classes, distribution channels and markets has helped clients to grow actively managed equity, fixed income and alternative investment products across institutional, intermediary and retail market segments.

In his current role as the Chief Executive Officer of Cognios Capital, he is responsible for the overall operation and strategic direction.

Prior to joining Cognios in 2015, Gary was President & CEO of Chicago based strategic consulting firm IMC Group.

Gary also led Scout Investment Advisors as President of the Scout Mutual Fund complex, the President & CEO of Scout Distributors and as a board director to the advisor from 2003-2010.

Mr. DiCenzo received an MBA and a Bachelor’s Degree in Management from Rhode Island College.