About
Frank Kelly is an accomplished investment professional who served as Principal at Antara Capital LP from 2022 to 2024, where he was responsible for investment strategy, portfolio management, and deep analysis across various asset classes. His expertise at Antara Capital LP centered on evaluating complex credit and equity opportunities, including event-driven and special situations investments, with a focus on sectors such as consumer, media, and distressed assets.
Before his tenure at Antara Capital, Frank held notable positions including Executive Director at UBS O'Connor and Senior Analyst at Scopia Capital Management LP, gaining substantial experience in credit and fundamental equity investing. He began his career as an analyst at Samlyn Capital, Barclays Capital, and Lehman Brothers, further broadening his exposure to financial markets and investment analysis.
Frank holds an A.B. in Mathematics from Harvard University, demonstrating strong quantitative and analytical skills fundamental to his work in investment management. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his ability to identify mispriced securities, manage risk, and generate alpha within alternative asset strategies, contributing significantly to the firms he has worked with.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Antara Capital LP | Principal | Apr 2022 to Present | — | 
| UBS O'Connor | Executive Director | May 2019 to Apr 2022 | — | 
| Scopia Capital Management LP | senior analyst | Oct 2015 to May 2019 | — | 
| Samlyn Capital, LLC | analyst | Jan 2010 to Oct 2015 | — | 
| Barclays Capital | Analyst | Sep 2008 to Jan 2010 | Investment Banking - FIG | 
| Lehman Brothers | Analyst | Jul 2007 to Sep 2008 | Investment Banking - FIG | 
Education
Harvard University
A.B., Mathematics
2003 — 2007
Others at Antara Capital LP (1)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Partner, Event-Driven Equities | New York, NY , United States |