Bonnie M. Wongtrakool is the Global Head of ESG Investments and a Portfolio Manager at Western Asset Management Company (a subsidiary of Legg Mason), which she joined in 2003. Ms. Wongtrakool leads and oversees the firm's ESG research, engagement, strategies, and portfolios. She also appears frequently in the media, representing Western Asset's views on the markets as well as ESG. Prior to her ESG leadership role, Ms. Wongtrakool served as a Portfolio Manager for mortgage and structured products. She brings to her role broad experience across the financial services industry, having previously worked at Mercer Management Consulting, Lehman Brothers, and Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette Securities. Ms. Wongtrakool is a Phi Beta Kappa and honors graduate of both Harvard College and Harvard Law School, and obtained her CFA designation in 2005.