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William Blair Value Discovery N (WBVDX)On Nov 17: 7.51  Down 0.10 (1.31%)  
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William Blair Value Discovery N
222 W Adams St Chicago IL 60606
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FUND OVERVIEW 
Category:Small Value
Fund Family:William Blair
Net Assets:7.90M
Year-to-Date Return:-20.51%
Yield:0.00%
Morningstar Rating:3 stars
Fund Inception Date:23-Dec-96
MORNINGSTAR STYLE BOX 
Small Value
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MANAGEMENT INFORMATION 
David Mitchell
Lead Manager since 23-Dec-96
Mitchell is a portfolio manager at William Blair & Company, his employer since 1996. Previously, he was a partner in the U.S. equity group at Brinson Partners. Prior to that, he was a co-manager of Thomas Paine Investors. Mitchell is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
INVESTMENT INFORMATION 
Min Initial Investment:$5,000
Min Initial Investment, IRA:$3,000
Min Initial Investment, AIP:$5,000
Min Subsequent Investment:$1,000
Min Subsequent Investment, IRA:$1,000
Min Subsequent Investment, AIP:$250
WBVDX can be purchased from 72 brokerages.
FUND SUMMARY 
The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of small companies that offer a long-term investment value. The advisor considers its value discipline according to the following criteria: market value compared to the perceived company value, an improving profitability, a capable and skilled management team, a strong capital structure, and possible corporate changes.
FUND OPERATIONS 
Last Dividend (20-Dec-06): 0.01
Last Cap Gain (19-Dec-07): 4.02
Annual Holdings Turnover 102.00%
Average for Category: 84.20%
FEES & EXPENSES 
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Total Expense Ratio:1.33% 1.52%
Max 12b1 Fee:0.25% N/A
Max Front End Sales Load:0.00% 5.39%
Max Deferred Sales Load:0.00% 2.66%
3 Yr Expense Projection*: $487$693
5 Yr Expense Projection*: $867$1,059
10 Yr Expense Projection*: $1,934$2,055
* Per $10,000 invested


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