Eric L. Veiel serves as the Head of Global Investments and Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at T. Rowe Price Group Inc., a global investment management firm known for its active management approach and focus on long-term investing. In his role, Veiel oversees the firm's global investment platform, which includes equities, fixed income, and multi-asset strategies. He is responsible for ensuring that T. Rowe Price's investment teams have the resources and support needed to deliver superior investment performance for clients. Veiel joined T. Rowe Price in 1999 and has held various leadership positions within the firm. Prior to his current role, he served as the head of U.S. Equity and as a portfolio manager for several U.S. equity strategies. Veiel's investment philosophy emphasizes fundamental research, long-term perspective, and risk management. Under his leadership, T. Rowe Price has maintained its reputation for delivering consistent, long-term investment performance across its diverse range of investment products. Before joining T. Rowe Price, Veiel worked at KPMG Peat Marwick, where he gained valuable experience in financial analysis and auditing. He holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Veiel's deep understanding of financial markets, combined with his strategic vision and leadership skills, have been instrumental in driving T. Rowe Price's success as a leading global investment manager.