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Lee Diamandakis

Lee Diamandakis

Managing Director at Driehaus Capital Management LLC

Chicago, IL , United States

About

Lee Diamandakis is Managing Director at Driehaus Capital Management LLC, based in Chicago. In this role, he is responsible for institutional business development, investor relations, and the strategic growth of the firm's alternative investment offerings, with a particular emphasis on hedge fund strategies and multi-asset solutions. He works closely with both existing and prospective clients, delivering tailored investment solutions and supporting the advancement of Driehaus's platform within the alternative investments sector.

Lee has a robust background in alternative investments, having previously led hedge fund strategies and institutional business development at William Blair, and served in senior roles at Mesirow Advanced Strategies. His investment expertise centers on alternatives—including hedge funds, private funds, and innovative multi-strategy vehicles—positioning him as a knowledgeable leader in institutional asset allocation and portfolio construction for sophisticated clients.

In addition to his investment career, Lee serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Finance at DePaul University, reflecting his commitment to education and industry thought leadership. He holds an MBA in Management & Strategy from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Finance from DePaul University, underpinning his analytical and strategic approach to asset management and institutional client service.

Career History

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Driehaus Capital Management LLCManaging DirectorFeb 2018 to Present
Lead business development and relationship management for the US Central & West regions for Driehaus Capital Management
DePaul UniversityAdjunct Professor - Department of FinanceDec 2017 to Present
Course: Finance 250 - Career Exploration & Professional Development
William BlairHedge Fund Strategies and Institutional Business DevelopmentJan 2015 to Jul 2017
Mesirow Advanced Strategies, Inc.Senior Vice PresidentSep 2007 to Jan 2015
Stratford Advisory GroupInvestment ConsultantJan 2001 to Jan 2007

Education

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management & Strategy

DePaul University

B.S., Finance

Skills & Expertise

Management
Project Management
Marketing
Microsoft Excel
JavaScript
Financial Analysis
Strategy
Alternative Investments
Investments
Investment Management
Equities
Mutual Funds

Others at Driehaus Capital Management LLC (33)

NameRoleLocation
Alex Munns
Alex Munns
Assistant Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
Andrew Srichandra
Andrew Srichandra
Senior AnalystChicago, IL , United States
Arthur Bidwill
Arthur Bidwill
Assistant Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
Ayman Ahmed
Ayman Ahmed
Assistant Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
Chad Cleaver
Chad Cleaver
Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
Chris Kagaoan
Chris Kagaoan
analystNew York, NY , United States
D
Dan Wasiolek
Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
David Mouser
David Mouser
Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
H
Howie Schwab
Portfolio ManagerChicago, IL , United States
Jaspreet Grewal
Jaspreet Grewal
Vice President, Business DevelopmentChicago, IL , United States
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