Kathryn B. Lakin

Director of Equity Research

Ms. Lakin is Director of Equity Research. She is responsible for managing a team of analysts, associates, and interns covering multiple sectors. In addition, she is a portfolio manager of George Putnam Balanced Fund and Putnam Research Fund. Ms. Lakin joined Putnam in 2012 and has been in the investment industry since 2008.

Funds managed

 Fact sheet Annual Semi annual
George Putnam Balanced Fund
Overall Morningstar RatingTM among 679 funds in the Allocation--50% to 70% Equity category.
10-year Morningstar RatingTM among 431 funds in the Allocation--50% to 70% Equity category.
5-year Morningstar RatingTM among 595 funds in the Allocation--50% to 70% Equity category.
3-year Morningstar RatingTM among 679 funds in the Allocation--50% to 70% Equity category.
Research Fund
Overall Morningstar RatingTM among 1205 funds in the Large Blend category.
10-year Morningstar RatingTM among 809 funds in the Large Blend category.
3-year Morningstar RatingTM among 1205 funds in the Large Blend category.