About
Blake Fierman is a Portfolio Analyst at Angel Oak Capital Advisors, LLC in Atlanta, GA, where he supports portfolio management activities with a focus on structured credit and fixed income assets. His responsibilities include research, performance analysis, and asset allocation, leveraging Angel Oak's expertise in sectors such as mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and other structured products.
Prior to joining Angel Oak, Blake gained hands-on investment experience as an Intern at Pilot Capital, complementing his analytical skills through work as a Lab Operations Advisor at the University of Georgia Small Satellite Research Laboratory. His background combines financial market analysis with operational research in technology-driven environments.
Blake holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics from the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business, equipping him with a strong economic and quantitative foundation. His expertise centers on the analysis and management of complex credit and structured finance investments, contributing to Angel Oak's reputation in the fixed income and mortgage-backed securities markets.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Oak Capital Advisors, LLC | Portfolio Analyst | Jul 2025 to Present | — |
| University of Georgia Small Satellite Research Laboratory | Lab Operations Advisor | Oct 2023 to May 2025 | Develop and execute projects in order to grow the lab, it’s interests, and mission capabilities Lab Operations Co-Lead Oct-23 - April-24 |
| Pilot Capital | Investment Intern | Feb 2024 to Jul 2024 | Researching and analyzing investment opportunities in almost every major alternative asset class |
| Hotel Indigo-Athens | Bell Service and Valet Captain | Feb 2023 to Apr 2024 | Ran the bellhop and valet teams at the highest rated hotel in Athens, GA |
| Asset Class | Research Analyst | Jun 2023 to Nov 2023 | — |
| Bury Street Capital | Research and Sales Intern | Jun 2022 to Jul 2022 | — |
| Angel Oak Capital Advisors, LLC | Portfolio Management and Technology Intern | May 2021 to Aug 2021 | — |
| Fierman Firewood | Owner | Sep 2017 to Aug 2021 | My team and I deliver and stack firewood, as well as perform odd jobs like moving assistance, furniture assembly, pressure washing, and even beef sales. |
| Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions | Intern | May 2020 to Aug 2020 | — |
Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Economics
2021 — 2025
Others at Angel Oak Capital Advisors, LLC (13)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
 | Portfolio Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States |
 | Chief Portfolio Strategist | Atlanta, GA , United States |
J James Hentges | Senior Portfolio Manager | Kirkland, WA , United States |
P Penelope Young | Portfolio Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
B Berkin Kologlu | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
C Cheryl Pate | Senior Portfolio Manager | Atlanta, GA , United States |
 | Senior Portfolio Analyst | Corps Trader (Financials Sub-Debt) | Atlanta, GA , United States |
N Nichole Hammond | Senior Portfolio Manager | Mercer Island, WA , United States |