Tara Merlone

Tara Merlone is an Associate at Basso Capital Management, a Fairfield, Connecticut-based investment firm specializing in hedge fund strategies, where she has served since 2007. In her current role, Tara supports investment operations and analytical functions, contributing to the firm’s focus on alternative asset classes including convertible arbitrage, event-driven strategies, and credit-focused investments.

Before joining Basso Capital Management, Tara supervised fund administration and client services at International Fund Services, developing expertise in fund accounting, compliance, and operational risk control. Her cumulative experience gives her a broad perspective on the hedge fund industry and the operational mechanics supporting sophisticated investment products.

Tara holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Fairfield University, providing a strong analytical and theoretical grounding in capital markets. Her specialization includes hedge fund operations and alternative investment strategies, with a consistent track record of supporting institutional investment programs across credit, arbitrage, and event-driven sectors.