About
Ari Spilo is a Senior Analyst at Candlestick Capital Management LP, based in Dallas, TX, where he specializes in financial analysis and investment strategy within the financial services industry. At Candlestick Capital, Spilo is responsible for evaluating investment opportunities and supporting portfolio management decisions across diverse sectors, with a specific emphasis on public equities and event-driven strategies typical of multistrategy hedge funds.
Prior to his role as Senior Analyst, Spilo advanced through roles as Analyst and Associate at Candlestick Capital Management since 2020, contributing to coverage and analysis for both established and emerging industry sectors. His tenure reflects expertise in researching and modeling corporate finance fundamentals and assessing risk/reward profiles in public market investments, particularly in technology, consumer, and healthcare sectors, although precise sub-sector responsibilities are not publicly confirmed.
Spilo’s educational background includes degrees from Milton Academy and Washington University in St. Louis, providing a strong academic foundation for his analytical and quantitative skills. Widely regarded for his diligence and attention to detail, he has made significant contributions to Candlestick Capital’s research platform and portfolio strategy as part of a top-performing investment team.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlestick Capital | Analyst | Jan 2022 to Present | — |
| Candlestick Capital | Associate | Mar 2020 to Jan 2022 | — |
| Candlestick Capital | Unknown to Present | — | |
| Goldman Sachs | Investment Banking Associate | Aug 2019 to Mar 2020 | — |
| Goldman Sachs | Investment Banking Analyst | Jul 2017 to Aug 2019 | — |
| Goldman Sachs | Investment Banking Summer Analyst | Jun 2016 to Aug 2016 | — |
| GE Capital | Summer Analyst | Jun 2015 to Aug 2015 | — |
Education
Milton Academy
Washington University in St. Louis
Skills & Expertise
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|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Analyst | United States | |
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C Cody Ross | Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
C Craig Bench | Co-President, Candlestick Capital | New York, NY , United States |
| Senior Analyst | United States | |
E Eric Bierman | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
| Analyst | Richmond, VA , United States | |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
P Patrick Conway | Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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