Asset Management

Legg Mason reaches deal with hedge fund Trian over board seats

Money manager names Trian’s co-founder and chief investment officer to its board

Legg Mason confirmed that it reached an agreement with Trian Fund Management on the composition of its board, naming Nelson Peltz and Ed Garden as directors.

Legg Mason said Trian also will identify a third independent director candidate who, following board approval, will be included as a Legg Mason nominee. Trian owns a roughly 4.5% stake in the Baltimore-based money manager.

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