Hunter Frayne
Investment Research Associate at Fenimore Asset Management Inc.
About
Hunter Frayne, CFA, is an Investment Research Analyst at Fenimore Asset Management in Albany, NY, where he conducts original, company-level research to identify high-quality businesses with strong competitive advantages and growing cash flows. He plays a key role in constructing Fenimore’s concentrated portfolios, typically comprised of 25 to 30 holdings, focusing on small- and mid-cap stocks with robust management teams and long-term value potential. His research emphasizes companies committed to consistent dividend growth and strong operational fundamentals, aligning with Fenimore’s disciplined, long-term investment philosophy.
Frayne covers small- and mid-cap equities, with particular attention to firms that exhibit defensible market positions and prudent capital allocation. His work directly supports the management of Fenimore’s mutual funds and separately managed accounts, including the flagship FAM Value Fund and the FAM Dividend Focus Fund, both known for emphasizing sustainable, growing dividends and quality business models.
Before joining Fenimore in 2022, Frayne held roles as a Financial Analyst Co-op at IBM and as an intern at Pitch Gauge, gaining experience in financial analysis and business operations. He graduated with honors from the University of Connecticut, earning a double major in Economics and Philosophy, and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, reflecting his deep analytical expertise and commitment to the investment profession.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fenimore Asset Management | Investment Research Associate | Apr 2022 to Present | — |
| Pitch Gauge | Intern | Feb 2019 to Aug 2021 | — |
| IBM | Financial Analyst Co-op CIO | Jan 2020 to Aug 2020 | — |
| Gutenberg Research | Financial Modeling Internship Program | Nov 2019 to Feb 2020 | — |
| The Hanover Insurance Group | Specialty Underwriting Intern | Jun 2019 to Aug 2019 | — |
| Attorney General State of Connecticut | Undergraduate Intern | Sep 2017 to Aug 2018 | — |
Education
University of Connecticut
Economics/Philosophy
2018 — 2021
Others at Fenimore Asset Management Inc. (9)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Santa Fe, NM , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Schenectady, NY , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager of the FAM Value Fund | New York, NY , United States | |
W William Preston | Portfolio Manager, FAM Dividend Focus Fund | Albany, NY , United States |
| Portfolio Manager | Memphis, TN , United States | |
| Investment Research Analyst | Albany, NY , United States | |
D Drew Wilson | Analyst | Cobleskill, NY , United States |
| Chief Investment Officer | Cobleskill, NY , United States | |
| Fund Manager and Research Analyst | Cobleskill, NY , United States |
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