John Kiernan

John Kiernan is a Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Altimeter Capital Management, LP, based in Boston, Massachusetts. Since joining Altimeter in 2011, he has overseen the firm’s financial and compliance operations, supporting its strategic direction and risk management. Altimeter Capital is a technology-focused investment firm managing both long/short public equity funds and growth-stage venture capital portfolios, with primary sector emphasis on technology companies and related asset classes.

Before Altimeter, John was a Principal at Partners Capital Investment Group, where he advised on multi-asset portfolio management for institutional and private clients from 2007 to 2011. Earlier, he held managerial roles at KPMG and Deloitte, focusing on financial advisory and audit services for major clients in finance and professional services sectors.

John holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, specializing in Accounting, from the University of Notre Dame. His expertise in financial stewardship and compliance has contributed to Altimeter’s reputation for rigorous investment processes. He is recognized for his role in driving operational efficiency and enabling significant investments in the technology sector.