About
Ian Dawley is an Analyst at Candlestick Capital Management LP in New York, NY, where he focuses on investment research, financial analysis, and generating actionable investment ideas for the firm’s hedge fund portfolio. At Candlestick Capital, he leverages his expertise in public equities, with a likely emphasis on sectors such as consumer, technology, media, and telecommunications that are core focus areas for the firm, drawing on deep sector research and fundamental analysis.
Before joining Candlestick Capital in 2019, Ian worked as an Investment Professional at Surveyor Capital and as an Analyst at Hutchin Hill Capital, both prominent hedge funds, and also held earlier analyst roles at Highbridge Capital Management and Citi, where he specialized in mergers & acquisitions within the investment banking division. This progression reflects a broad background in hedge fund strategies, long/short equity, and corporate transactions across several investment organizations.
Ian holds a Master’s in Finance and a Bachelor’s in Accounting from the University of Florida, grounding his professional approach in robust financial modeling and accounting principles. His cumulative experience across top-tier funds and focus on key equity sectors underscore his strong track record of diligence, fundamental research, and sector analysis within the hedge fund industry.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlestick Capital | Analyst | Jun 2019 to Present | — |
| Surveyor Capital | Investment Professional | Dec 2017 to Jan 2019 | — |
| Hutchin Hill Capital | Analyst | Feb 2016 to Nov 2017 | — |
| Highbridge Capital Management | Analyst | Apr 2014 to Jan 2016 | — |
| Citi | Investment Banking Analyst | May 2012 to Apr 2014 | Mergers & Acquisitions |
| Citi | Investment Banking Summer Analyst | May 2011 to Aug 2011 | Global Energy Group |
| TradePMR | Trading Intern | May 2009 to May 2011 | — |
| E.C. Ortiz & Co, CPA | Audit Intern | Jul 2010 to Jul 2010 | — |
| Crosstree Capital Partners, Inc. | Summer Analyst- M and A | May 2010 to Jun 2010 | — |
Education
University of Florida
Masters, Finance
2010 — 2012
University of Florida
Bachelor, Accounting
2008 — 2011
Skills & Expertise
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| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Analyst | Dallas, TX , United States | |
| Portfolio Analyst | United States | |
C Ceci Zhang | Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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 | |
P Patrick Conway | Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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