About
Ceci Zhang is a Senior Analyst at Candlestick Capital Management LP, based in New York, NY. In this role, she is responsible for deep fundamental research and investment analysis, focusing primarily on long/short equity strategies within specific sectors. Her work involves generating actionable investment ideas, risk assessment, and sector coverage to support the firm's portfolio decisions.
Prior to joining Candlestick Capital, Ceci held analyst and associate roles at prominent investment firms, including Surveyor Capital, and built her experience in both public equities and private markets. Notably, she also worked at Neuberger Berman Private Equity and spent over two years in Global Industrials Investment Banking at Citigroup, where she advised clients on M&A and capital markets transactions.
Ceci holds a B.A. in Economics and Mathematics with magna cum laude distinction from Brandeis University, and is a CFA charterholder. Her sector focus has predominantly encompassed consumer, industrial, and TMT (technology, media, telecommunications) sectors, where she has contributed significant research insights and alpha-generating investment recommendations.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlestick Capital | Senior Analyst | Apr 2019 to Present | — | 
| Brandeis University Hiatt Career Center | Career Advisor | Aug 2010 to May 2012 | — | 
| Surveyor Capital | Associate | Jul 2018 to Jan 2019 | — | 
| Neuberger Berman | Private Equity Associate | Feb 2015 to Jul 2016 | — | 
| Citi | Investment Banking Analyst | Jun 2012 to Feb 2015 | — | 
| Citi | Investment Banking Summer Analyst | May 2011 to Aug 2011 | — | 
| Citi | May 2011 to Aug 2011 | — | |
| L'Oreal China | Public Relations Intern | May 2009 to Jul 2009 | — | 
| Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) | Opening Ceremony Coordinator | Nov 2008 to Mar 2009 | — | 
Education
Brandeis University
The Wharton School
Others at Candlestick Capital Management LP (9)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Analyst | United States | |
| CCraig Bench | Co-President, Candlestick Capital | New York, NY , United States | 
| Senior Analyst | United States | |
| EEric Bierman | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | 
| Analyst | Richmond, VA , United States | |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| PPatrick Conway | Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States | 
| TTito Citarella | Co President | New York, NY , United States | 
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States |