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About
Charles Bartels is the Managing Director, Trading at Brigade Capital Management, LP, a global investment manager headquartered in New York. In this role, he oversees trading operations for the firm's credit-focused strategies, with a particular emphasis on leveraged loans, high yield, and the broader fixed income markets. He plays a critical role in the execution of debt investments, focusing on efficient trading and portfolio implementation across various credit asset classes.
During his 17-year tenure at Brigade Capital Management, Bartels ascended through several key positions, including Vice President and Director, before his appointment as Managing Director in 2023. His expertise centers on trading leveraged loans and managing exposure to complex credit instruments, supporting the firm's multi-strategy, multi-asset class approach that spans global credit markets.
Bartels holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the Kania School of Management at the University of Scranton. Known for his deep experience in the leveraged finance sector, he is recognized for his significant contributions to the firm's trading capabilities and risk management in the high yield and loan capital markets.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigade Capital Management | Managing Director | Jan 2023 to Present | — |
| Brigade Capital Management, LP | Director | Jan 2013 to Jan 2023 | — |
| Brigade Capital Management, LP | Vice President | Jan 2010 to Jan 2013 | — |
| Brigade Capital Management | Associate | Oct 2007 to Jan 2010 | — |
| Bear Stearns Companies | Analyst | Jan 2005 to Oct 2007 | — |
Education
University of Scranton
Bachelor of Science (BS), Kania School of Management
2000 — 2004
Chaminade High School
Academic Diploma, College Preparatory
1996 — 2000
Skills & Expertise
Others at Brigade Capital Management, LP (33)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Andrew Lund | Partner at Brigade Capital Management, Lp | — |
A Andrew Petitjean | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
 | Vice President - Collateralized Loan Obligations | New York, NY , United States |
C Chris Chaice | Partner - Head of Distressed Research | New York, NY , United States |
 | Managing Director, Co-Head of Software Development | New York, NY , United States |
 | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Managing Director, Insurance Solutions | Los Angeles, CA , United States |
 | Credit Analyst | NY , United States |
 | analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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