Max Heitner

Max Heitner is Managing Director, Risk Management and Research at Driehaus Capital Management LLC, based in Wilmette, IL. He leads the firm's risk management and research functions, developing and recommending risk strategies to support investment objectives across multiple strategies. He works closely with portfolio managers and analysts to monitor risk exposure, analyze investment ideas, and review fundamental developments in stocks, industries, and geographic segments.

Mr. Heitner specializes in alternative investments, portfolio risk management, asset allocation, and quantitative finance. His expertise spans U.S. small cap, micro cap, and small/mid cap growth equities, with a focus on companies experiencing positive fundamental change. He also contributes to the management of the Driehaus Small Cap Growth Composite, leveraging a bottom-up growth equity approach and integrating behavioral and macro analysis.

Prior to joining Driehaus in 2010, Mr. Heitner held senior roles at PEAK6 Asset Management and Magnetar Capital, where he refined his analytical and risk management skills. He holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Loyola University Chicago and a BA in American and Legal Studies from Brandeis University. Mr. Heitner is recognized for his strategic insights, rigorous research methodology, and contributions to enhancing risk-controlled investment processes in the industry.