About
Svetoslav Nikov is a Partner and Portfolio Analyst at Cyrus Capital Partners, L.P., an alternative investment manager based in New York, NY. In his role, he is involved in portfolio management and oversees investments across multiple asset classes, with a specialization in credit, distressed debt, and special situations spanning the capital structure. He leverages his expertise to identify and execute deep value opportunities for institutional clients, including family offices and endowments.
Prior to joining Cyrus Capital Partners, Nikov held senior roles in global fixed income and leveraged finance at leading institutions such as Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and JPMorgan Chase, building substantial experience in capital markets and structured finance. His previous responsibilities included directing cross-border credit investments and developing risk solutions in volatile credit environments. He is recognized for his skills in navigating distressed and event-driven credit situations.
Nikov holds both a Bachelor of Arts and an MBA from American University, as well as an MBA from Georgetown University, where he is also active on the MBA Alumni Advisory Council. Over his career, he has contributed to the growth of Cyrus Capital’s platform and is regarded as a leader in credit investing, with significant achievements in distressed, special situations, and direct lending throughout North America and beyond.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyrus Capital Partners, LP | Partner | Jan 2007 to Present | — |
| Citigroup | Director | Jan 2001 to Jan 2007 | — |
| JPMorgan | Associate | Jan 1999 to Jan 2001 | — |
| Goldman Sachs | Associate | Jan 1997 to Jan 1999 | — |
Education
Georgetown
Master Of Business Administration
1995 — 1997
American University in Bulgaria
Bachelor Of Arts, Business Administration
1991 — 1995
Others at Cyrus Capital Partners, L.P. (12)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
J James Rao | Investment Analyst | United States |
J James Tucker | Managing Director | Santa Rosa Beach, FL , United States |
| Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Managing Director | New York, NY , United States | |
| Principal, Distressed and Special Situations | New Canaan, CT , United States | |
S Stephen Quinn | Partners | New York, NY , United States |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
A Alan George | Incoming Investment Analyst | Houston, TX , United States |
J Jeong Ham | Investment Analyst | United States |