Jeff Chalson
Portfolio Manager - Consumer at Cinctive Capital Management LP
About
Jeff Chalson is a seasoned portfolio manager specializing in consumer-related investments at Cinctive Capital Management LP, based in New York City. In his current role as Portfolio Manager - Consumer, he leads investment strategies focused on consumer sectors, leveraging deep expertise in analyzing and managing portfolios across retail, consumer staples, and related industries.
Chalson's career spans over two decades, with senior roles at leading institutions including Millennium Partners, Columbia Management, Diamondback Capital, and Lehman Brothers. Before joining Cinctive Capital, he served as Director of Research at The Observatory US, where he was responsible for research leadership and portfolio strategy development.
Jeff holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, underscoring his strong foundation in investment research, security analysis, and risk management. He is recognized for his disciplined investment process and for delivering strategic value in consumer sector investing, earning a reputation as a trusted and accomplished leader within the hedge fund industry.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinctive Capital | Portfolio Manager - Consumer | May 2019 to Present | — | 
| Bally’s Corporation | Unknown to Present | — | |
| The Observatory US | Director of Research | May 2013 to May 2019 | Global Single Family Office | 
| Columbia Management | Portfolio Manager and SVP | May 2008 to May 2011 | — | 
| Millennium Partners | Portfolio Manager | Jan 2011 to Jan 2011 | — | 
| Diamondback Capital | Portfolio Manager | Mar 2006 to Apr 2008 | — | 
| Lehman Brothers | Vice President and Portfolio Manager | Jan 1997 to Jan 2006 | — | 
Others at Cinctive Capital Management LP (23)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| PM | Westport, CT , United States | |
| Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | |
| JJeff E. | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | 
| KKimberly Hong | Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States | 
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States |