Emerson Whitley

Emerson T. Whitley, CFA, is a Principal and Research Analyst at Granite Investment Partners, a 100% employee-owned investment management firm headquartered in El Segundo, CA, serving clients from San Francisco. In his current role, Whitley is responsible for delivering fundamental equity research and contributing to portfolio management, with a particular focus on small cap growth and core equity strategies alongside the firm’s dedicated team.

Prior to becoming Principal, Whitley served as a Research Analyst at Granite Investment Partners, where he honed his expertise in equity analysis and security selection. Before joining Granite, he held the position of VP Finance at Airware, where he gained valuable experience in financial operations and the technology sector.

Whitley earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Yale University, equipping him with a strong analytical foundation. His professional credentials include the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, underscoring his deep expertise in equity research, investment management, and asset allocation. Whitley is recognized for his contributions to institutional equity strategies and his role in supporting Granite’s longstanding investment process.