Rutherford Investment Management, LLC Announces New Affiliation With Nevada Trust Company

PORTLAND, Ore., June 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Rutherford Investment Management, LLC, a long standing Portland-based investment management firm has announced a new affiliation with Nevada Trust Company, the only full-service independent trust company in Nevada. Both firms are now part of a group that provides comprehensive investment and financial management, trust administration, and asset protection services.

"William Rutherford has achieved a nationally respected name with a proven track record of success in managing his clients' portfolios. We look forward to working together with him as a valued team member. His principled commitment to serve his clients speaks for itself," said Peter Kingman, President of Nevada Trust Company.

"I'm truly honored to be associated with the quality firm of Nevada Trust.  We are now able to offer additional services to our clients and access expanded research, performance reporting, and benchmarking systems that will enhance our investment management capabilities  in an environment that represents a seamless transition," said Rutherford.  "Nevada Trust Company is a perfect fit for my organization," he added.

Rutherford focuses on growth stocks with impressive results. Mr. Rutherford will continue to serve as managing director of Rutherford Investment Management, LLC.  A graduate of Harvard Law School and the University of Oregon, Rutherford served as Treasurer of the State of Oregon and chair of the Oregon Investment Council, which had responsibility for investing more than $14 billion.  He was also President and CEO of two international investment companies with offices in Frankfurt, Paris, London, Tokyo and New York City.

The new affiliation will allow Rutherford access to Nevada Trust Company's market analysis and "back office" staffing. It also provides his clients access to the State of Nevada's trust-friendly legal environment, which provides unparalleled tax and privacy laws.

"Trusts located in Nevada enjoy an advantageous tax and regulatory climate," said Mr. Rutherford. "State income taxes are virtually prohibited under the Nevada State Constitution. There are strict privacy laws in place in Nevada, and the regulatory climate is markedly pro-business. We look forward to a strong alliance with Nevada Trust Company team members."

Nevada Trust Company utilizes the trust operating software, securities custody, and investment advisory support of a national institution administering $4.4 trillion and managing $662.2 billion. Through this special relationship, Nevada Trust Company provides clients with state-of-the-art technology in a highly secure, fiduciary environment.

About Rutherford Investment Management, LLC

A Portland-based investment management firm, Rutherford Investment Management, LLC specializes in constructing individually managed accounts tailored to each client's objectives and risk tolerance. Each separately managed account is designed to fit the particular needs of the client in accordance with prudent investment objectives and risk tolerance. For more information, visit www.rutherfordinvestment.com or call (503) 452-1210.

About Nevada Trust Company

Nevada Trust Company is the only full-service independent trust company in Nevada. Established in 1995, Nevada Trust Company competes with the finest trust and investment management services available anywhere in the United States. Founded to serve the needs of successful individuals, families and closely held companies, Nevada Trust Company executives focus on highly personalized service and innovative solutions. For more information, visit www.nevadatrust.com or call (702) 696-0000.                                                                               

SOURCE Rutherford Investment Management, LLC; Nevada Trust Company