About
Grover Cole is currently an Analyst at CastleArk Management, LLC, based in Chicago, IL, where he focuses on macroeconomic trends, fixed income strategy, and global commodities. His responsibilities include performing investment research, conducting sector analysis, and supporting portfolio management initiatives, particularly within the U.S. Treasury, international rates, and base metals markets.
Prior to joining CastleArk Management in April 2025, Cole was an active member of Alpha Kappa Psi, Delta Nu, and participated in the University of Dayton Investment Banking Academy, where he developed skills in quantitative analysis and capital markets research. His experiences during this period helped him build a foundation in finance, investment management, and professional collaboration.
Cole holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance with a concentration in Investment Management from the University of Dayton. His expertise encompasses global macroeconomic analysis, fixed income securities, and commodities, with notable contributions in evaluating Treasury market dynamics and sector positioning for institutional portfolios.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| CastleArk Management, LLC | Analyst | Apr 2025 to Present | Consumer |
| Alpha Kappa Psi, Delta Nu | Active Member | Mar 2022 to Apr 2025 | — |
| University of Dayton Investment Banking Academy (Formerly DIBC) | Member | Feb 2022 to Apr 2025 | — |
| Kudla Dynamic Allocation Fund | Chief Investment Officer | Jan 2022 to Apr 2025 | — |
| CastleArk Management, LLC | Research Analyst Intern | May 2024 to Jul 2024 | International Small Cap |
| Specialty Dental Brands | Business Development Analyst Intern | Jan 2023 to Jul 2023 | PE backed DSO M&A |
| Stock Spin-off Investing | Equity Research Analyst Intern | Jun 2022 to Aug 2022 | Special Situation Equity Research |
Education
University of Dayton
Bachelor's degree, Finance, Investment Management
2021 — 2025
Nazareth Academy
High School Diploma
2017 — 2021
Others at Castleark Management LLC (15)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Principal and Portfolio Manager | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Research Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
B Brandy Hamilton | Senior Trader | Chesterton, IN , United States |
D Daniel Becker | Principal, Co-Chief Investment Officer | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Senior Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
J Jim Stark | Portfolio Manager - Small Cap Growth | Chicago, IL , United States |
K Kain Cederberg | Head Of Trading | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Principal | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Principal and Portfolio Manager | IL , United States |