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Reid joined the ICI in 1996 and currently serves as assistant vie president and deputy chief economist of the Institute.
In his new role, Reid will be responsible for heading up the ICIs research department, which handles all statistical collection and analysis of the fund industry. As a member of senior management, Reid will assist in crafting positions on policy matters that affect mutual funds and their investors. He will report directly to ICI President Paul Schott Stevens.
"Promoting Brian Reid to chief economist recognizes the depth and accomplishments of our research team. Brian will be a leader on the Institute staff and a strong voice for the industrys research efforts," Stevens said.