About
Michael Anderson, CFA, is an equity-focused Portfolio Manager who served at Cinctive Capital Management LP from 2020 to 2022, following previous experience in similar roles at Surveyor Capital and, most recently, Balyasny Asset Management L.P. Based in New York, he is responsible for leading investment strategies with a strong concentration on the software and enterprise technology sectors, utilizing deep analytical expertise to guide long/short equity portfolios.
His background includes portfolio management and equity research positions at renowned firms such as Fred Alger Management, Credit Suisse, Morgan Keegan, and Wedbush Securities, all with a notable emphasis on technology and software industries. Anderson brings comprehensive expertise in technology sector analysis and portfolio construction, leveraging his technical and financial skills to identify alpha opportunities.
Michael holds an MBA in Accounting and Finance from Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University, underpinning his analytical acumen and sector specialization. His significant achievements include advancing sector-driven alpha generation strategies and contributing to multi-year growth and risk-adjusted performance at leading hedge funds.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinctive Capital | Portfolio Manager | Jan 2020 to Present | — | 
| Surveyor Capital | Analyst | Oct 2016 to Oct 2019 | — | 
| Fred Alger Management, Inc. | Associate Analyst | Jul 2014 to Oct 2016 | — | 
| Credit Suisse | Associate Analyst, Equity Research | Apr 2012 to Jun 2014 | — | 
| Morgan Keegan | Associate Analyst, Equity Research | May 2011 to Apr 2012 | — | 
| Wedbush Securities | Senior Associate, Equity Research | Jun 2010 to May 2011 | — | 
| Cayuga Mba Fund | Fund Portfolio Manager, Energy Sector | Sep 2009 to Aug 2010 | — | 
Education
Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance
2009 — 2010
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
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 |