About
Mario Stefanidis is an analyst at DG Capital Management, LLC, based in New York, NY. In this role, he is responsible for conducting detailed investment research, supporting portfolio management activities, and generating actionable investment ideas across targeted sectors. His work involves both quantitative and qualitative analysis to evaluate potential investments for the firm’s actively managed portfolios.
Stefanidis specializes in analyzing equities with a focus on emerging and niche sectors relevant to DG Capital Management’s strategic objectives. His research covers industries such as industrials, technology, and financials, with a particular emphasis on identifying underappreciated opportunities and special situations. At DG Capital Management, he contributes to the firm's efforts in alternative asset management, including distressed credit and special situation investing.
Prior to joining DG Capital Management, Stefanidis developed his expertise through academic and professional experiences in finance and investment research. He holds a degree with finance credentials and has participated in rigorous investment competitions, such as Columbia Business School’s 5x5x5 Russo Student Investment Fund, providing him with foundational experience in equity research and portfolio management. His significant achievements in investment idea generation and cross-sector research have established his reputation as a diligent analyst focusing on U.S. equity markets and alternative investment opportunities.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Stealth Mode Gaming Startup | Research Analyst | Oct 2023 to Present | — | 
| Naavik | Research Analyst | Feb 2023 to Oct 2023 | Write weekly research on the global games industry. https://naavik.co/author/mario-stefanidis/ | 
| DG Capital Management | Unknown to Present | — | |
| Roundhill Investments | Vice President of Research | Sep 2020 to Jan 2023 | Coverage: Digital Media & Entertainment Member of Investment Committee overseeing $1.4 billion AUM at high watermark | 
| BlackRock | Associate - Global Fixed Income | Jan 2020 to Aug 2020 | Associate in BlackRock iShares fixed income PMG | 
| BlackRock | Analyst - Global Fixed Income | Jul 2017 to Dec 2019 | Analyst in BlackRock iShares fixed income PMG | 
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | Summer Analyst | Jun 2016 to Aug 2016 | — | 
Education
Columbia Business School
2023 — 2025
Fordham University
2013 — 2017
University of London
2015 — 2015
Others at DG Capital Management, LLC (6)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| TTimothy O'Brien | Director of Research | FL , United States | 
| TTommy Kaminsky | Analyst | New York, NY , United States | 
| AAshish Sharma | Managing Principal | New York, NY , United States | 
| Managing Principal | New York, NY , United States | |
| Senior Research Analyst | New York, NY , United States |