Prakash Vijayan

Prakash Vijayan is an Assistant Portfolio Manager and Senior Analyst at Driehaus Capital Management LLC in Chicago, where he contributes to the US Growth Equities team. In his current role, he focuses on fundamental research, idea generation, and buy/sell recommendations for the Micro Cap Growth, Small Cap Growth, and Small/Mid Cap Growth strategies. His key coverage areas are the information technology and communication services sectors, and his expertise is integral to the firm's actively managed US small- and mid-cap growth equity portfolios.

Vijayan began his investment career as an equity research analyst at Beekman Capital Management in 2005, primarily covering the technology, media, and telecommunications sectors before joining Driehaus in 2010. Over his tenure, he has developed a reputation for deep sector knowledge and insight into growth-oriented, innovative companies within these industries.

He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona State University. Prakash Vijayan is also a CFA charterholder, underscoring his expertise in equity analysis and investment management for technology-driven sectors.