Bridgeway Capital Management Announces Strategic Marketing and Client Service Appointments

Susan Gradascevic joins as Director of Product Marketing and Karen Bater joins as Director of Advisory and Intermediary Relations

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bridgeway Capital Management, an investment firm known for its disciplined, research-driven strategies and commitment to stewardship, today announced the appointments of Susan Gradascevic, Director of Product Marketing, and Karen Bater, Director of Advisory and Intermediary Relations.

“We are delighted to welcome Susan and Karen to our growing team at Bridgeway,” said Seema Ackerman, head of distribution and marketing at Bridgeway. “Susan and Karen each bring the kind of expertise, judgment, and client-first mindset that aligns perfectly with Bridgeway's mission and will take us into our next chapter."

Mrs. Gradascevic and Ms. Bater each bring over two decades of experience in the investment management industry to Bridgeway. Their unique skillsets align with Bridgeway’s investment philosophy, grounded in academic theory and fundamental insights.

"Bridgeway has built a differentiated platform in systematic equity and market neutral strategies, and I’m excited to leverage my experience to communicate Bridgeway’s story to a broader audience,” said Mrs. Gradascevic. “Throughout my career, I've developed a deep appreciation for combining rigorous process with genuine purpose, and Bridgeway truly embodies both."

Mrs. Gradascevic will be responsible for product positioning, marketing strategy, and investment content across Bridgeway’s systematic equity and market neutral strategies. Mrs. Gradascevic previously held consulting roles for global asset and wealth managers, advising on growth strategy, operating models, and market expansion. Prior to consulting, she served as Chief Marketing Officer and Head of International Retail Marketing at Amundi Asset Management’s US subsidiaries.

Ms. Bater will operate at the intersection of sales, relationship management, and client service, responsible for growing relationships and supporting advisor education. Ms. Bater brings a robust background in portfolio management and has led investment teams across asset classes, developing long-term investment solutions and navigating complex market environments. Prior to Bridgeway, she was a Senior Client Portfolio Manager at Aberdeen, where she supported Emerging Market Debt strategies across North America.

“I'm thrilled to join Bridgeway during an exciting period of growth for the firm and work alongside a team with deep investment expertise and a genuine commitment to putting clients first,” said Ms. Bater. “Bridgeway’s mission-driven culture is what drew me here, and I look forward to cultivating lasting partnerships that share the same conviction.”

Bridgeway, the corporate entity and the individuals who work there are committed to achieving sustainable results for clients, communities, and the world at large. With a mission that extends beyond financial returns, Bridgeway donates a portion of its profits to charitable causes and remains dedicated to using disciplined investment processes to create sustainable results for clients and communities alike.

For more information about Bridgeway Capital Management, please visit http://bridgeway.com.

For more information about how Bridgeway gives back, please visit http://bridgeway.com/giving-back/.

About Bridgeway Capital Management

Bridgeway Capital Management, LLC., the Adviser to Bridgeway Funds, was founded in Houston in July 1993 and manages approximately Bridgeway manages approximately $4.5 billion in mutual funds, ETFs, and separately managed and sub-advised accounts (as of 3/31/2026). Grounded in academic theory and fundamental insights, Bridgeway employs disciplined, research-driven strategies to deliver exceptional investment outcomes. Bridgeway’s unique culture fosters a commitment to stewardship, and the firm donates a portion of its profits to philanthropic initiatives.