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Townsend Buckles is a Portfolio Manager at Cinctive Capital Management LP in New York, where he is responsible for the management and research of equity portfolios, with a focus on delivering uncorrelated returns through fundamental analysis. At Cinctive, he applies his expertise to identify and capitalize on investment opportunities, primarily in the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) sectors, leveraging his significant sector experience to generate alpha for institutional clients.

Prior to joining Cinctive Capital in June 2019, Buckles served as a TMT Analyst at Citadel and its Aptigon Capital unit, where he honed his analytical and investment skills in technology-driven industries. His experience at top-tier hedge funds has provided him with deep insight into long/short equity strategies and sector-specific portfolio construction.

Buckles holds academic degrees from the University of Virginia and The Lawrenceville School, reflecting a strong educational foundation in finance and analysis. Recognized for his rigorous approach and deep sector knowledge, he is noted for his expertise in TMT equities, and his contribution has helped shape investment strategies at leading alternative asset management firms.