Eaton Vance Exec Jobless After Flashing Arrest

Article published on March 24, 2009

Eaton Vance's marketing chief lost his job this month after being charged with exposing himself to female college students, and he may face a raft of related charges, the Boston Herald reports.

Stephen Barrett, 40, was arrested March 11 at Wellesley College in Wellesley, Mass., and charged with flashing students, according to the Herald. Two days later, he was out of work at Eaton Vance. Company officials are not commenting on the reasons for his departure.

Wellesley police tell the Herald they now suspect Barrett in at least five reported flashings on the campus dating back to September. If convicted, Barrett would be required to register as a sex offender.

Barrett had been marketing chief at Waddell & Reed and the Ivy Funds before coming to Eaton Vance less than a year ago. He has also worked at Mackenzie Investment Management, Forum Financial Group and Fidelity.

He was arraigned and released on personal recognizance. His house in Wellesley was put up for sale last week for $1.02 million, about $20,000 less than what Barrett paid for it six months ago, the Herald also reports.

By Joe Morris

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*Pipa & J, E, C

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Chic, delicious and priced reasonably. Or is it that we are learning to not over order? The chicken and plantain croquettes were a delightful surprise.

As I learn about DC, I can't help but think, "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas any more." There are a lot of things that I have taken for granted working in New York City: meritocracies, the embrace of diversity and having a deep and wide network at my fingertips.

It's also really interesting to hear about our lives' paths and I am quite proud of all my dinner mates have accomplished and have no doubt that they will continue to move mountains.

Wellesley Connection

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S

Breakfast with I

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Breakfast with my Wellesley big sister

Rocking Out with Sushi

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Greatest hits
W goes to medium

Wow, That's...Kinda Grownup!

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A house!
A baby!
Life insurance!

Yummy rice, chicken and spinach

Bridget ate the entire bowl of olive tapenade.

*ATE Ave. & PRIDE

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Despite the rain, the party was hopping at ATE Ave. at the PRIDE Holiday Networking Event. Fabulous old friends I love (even a Wellesley and Stern contingency!) and new friends, fried oysters and Bellini's. What more could a girl ask for?

Little Miss Goldfish was enjoying her Bellini's a bit too much. She batted 0 for 3. Hi, Richard, right? You must be Joan. And last but not least,

A: Hey, I know you!
S: You might have seen me around here.
A: No, I KNOW you. Where do you work?
S: You might've seen me on TV.
A: No...
S: Project Runway?
A: OMG, Suede! My sister is going to $hit herself!

*Nada Sushi & S

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Dear dear friend from Wellesley - just bumped into her on Park Ave. last week.

Soothing nabayaki udon

Stronger than Blood

Besides mom, M has been a major recipient of gifts this year. My father gave her a remote controlled helicopter, a refurbished cigar box and a handmade shank. My mother gave her a Swiss Army knife and luggage. The children my parents have given birth to have received nothing. They must really like her.

And why are they always giving her knives?!

M's answer: they know I have to protect myself from Wellesley girls.

Again, it's not that the girl went to Wellesley, it's that she was a computer science major.

Retail Therapy: Journelle

This gorgeous store made me stop as I walked back from dinner at Soccarat. I love fancy lingerie and had made a mental note to check it out later.

Then, this week's Wellesley Club NY newsletter announced a special Wellesley shopping event at Journelle which was founded by Claire ('02). It has a fantastic website with lots of stuff to make you drool - or your significant other drool. Fabulous!

http://www.journelle.com/

Soccarat w/ E & C

I once had a dream of a tiny place with lots of white cabinets. I remember thinking to myself, what are all the cabinets for? Turns out I dreamed of Soccarat.

I love paella and Soccarat is named after the crispy rice that you find along the pan. It was a cute place with a long communal table made of an old mirror. Across from the white cabinets was an exposed brick wall with paintings and antique mirrors. The staff was cheerful, helpful and really terrific. I had a glass of albarino, and we ordered lots of tapas (tortilla, tomato bread, fried artichokes, gambas al ajillo) and the paella carne.

As you know, things haven't been tasting incredible for me lately. The food was executed perfectly and was good. The fried artichokes reminded me of my trip to Rome with Doris. The tomato bread was my favorite. I guess I'm a simple girl. I just like the crispy bread and the bright flavor of tomatoes.

E & C are so fabulous. I love having a peek into their lives and between the 3 of us, we answered so many questions that were swirling around in our minds. Not to be cliche but it was a quintessential Wellesley, sex in the city, we are here for each other, we will figure it all out moment. E, thanks for letting me know it's okay to miss reunion next year.

Rock Center Cafe & I

I was on res staff with I back at Wellesley and we had lost touch until a month or so ago when I bumped into her in Chelsea. I've always loved I's sunny disposition - brought all the way from San Diego. It was really great to catch up.

While I had a very lovely carrot ginger soup (one of my favorites) and shrimp and boston lettuce roll, Rock Center Cafe is pretty much a tourist trap. Our hostess was surly but our server was great. It was nice to eat outside.

*Otto w/ L

I had not seen my Wellesley big sister in a really long time. Oh, I've missed her! I distinctly remember walking with her down the stairs at Davis Hall and her telling me that she parties hard in the Fall but makes it up in the Spring with straight A's. She plays hard and works harder. I've always been amazed at what she's accomplished - just got her law degree while working full-time! She gave me awesome advice on a whole bunch of things that I was worried about and we had a great chat on politics on the bus that we need to continue. She's got the sweetest hubbie who adores her and is an amazing entrepreneur, restaurateur and interior decorator. Their Akai Lounge in Englewood, NJ is super yummy and they are opening a sister restaurant in the UWS (www.akailounge.com). I cannot wait to go snowboarding with them!

As you know, L is quite a foodie as well (see Sugiyama). She suggested Otto, Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich's Italian train station pizzeria. Cursed lactose intolerance! Despite my allergy, I think we made out pretty well. We ordered 2 blood orange bellinis and the meat plate - melt in your mouth delectable prosciutto! The arugula salad was simple and divine in its simplicity. I also really liked the shrimp and chickpeas and funghi misti. The spaghetti alla carbonara was perfectly al dente and rich. She had the Olive Oil Coppetta made with olive oil gelato! She said it was really good and creamy. I had the trio of sorbet: refreshing lemon basil and summer-is-not-over-yet nectarine and cantaloupe. While it was loud (just like a train station!) and our server forgot about us, the other servers were great and it was a terrific meal. Thank you, L!

www.ottopizzeria.com

*Deborah with J & M

I can't believe I had not seen my Wellesley women since July! We had a lot of catching up to do. Firstly, hugs to J, E and C who couldn't join us. E, let's see some pictures of your little girls! J, rest up! C thought she could have a nice, relaxing, non-political vacation on an Alaskan cruise with her family. Who knew that politics follows this woman everywhere she goes and she was vacationing in the Republican Party's Vice-President's 'hood.

M started a new job as field producer for a daily international news show called Worldfocus. In a feverish race to develop content, she and her team travelled and filmed in Egypt and Brazil. Gorgeous vistas, fascinating characters, culture up close and a stint at a police station. Not bad. J regaled us with tales from the DNC - great work, progress, speeches and an awesome concert at Red Rocks. I've got to get myself to Denver. True Wellesley style, she also shared with us her 10 year plan. Of course, we discussed politics and I just love hearing everything they have to say. And, to start a new tradition, we called our friend N out in Portland on speakerphone to catch up.

The food? My Stern foodie friend C recommended Deborah and it was great. The location was perfect - 2 blocks away from West 4th where I could take an ACE. Modern and comfortable design - we got a great seat at the front open window. The service was so friendly, relaxed and sweet. Deborah Staton formerly of Galaxy teamed up with David Oh of Woo Lae Oak to create great "Modern American, comfort food that will emphasize fresh, quality food from local farmers and businesses." We shared crispy calamari that had a light aromatic dusting of cumin and other spices. I got really excited about watercress salad had the Grilled Thai Tiger Shrimp and Avocado Salad. Beautiful, delicious, slight warm nutty flavor from some sesame oil and who can say no to guacamole?

www.deborahlifelovefood.com

Wellesley Class of 2012

My new Wellesley little sister, class of 2012. Aw.