About
Christopher Abad is a partner at Empyrean Capital Partners, LP, a multi-strategy, event-oriented investment manager with headquarters in Los Angeles and an office in New York. Based in New York, he focuses on investment analysis, capital management, and developing strategies across multiple asset classes, including high yield, leveraged loans, and distressed securities.
Before becoming a partner in July 2012, Christopher held positions as principal and research analyst at Empyrean, and previously worked as a research consultant for a Los Angeles-based event-driven hedge fund, where he specialized in complex credit strategies. His earlier career includes research and senior analyst roles at GoldenTree Asset Management and Chanin Capital Partners, with a deep focus on leveraged finance and event-driven credit opportunities.
Christopher holds a BA in Economics from New York University, earned in 2000. He is recognized for his expertise in credit analysis, distressed investing, and multi-strategy portfolio management, contributing to Empyrean's reputation as a leading player in event-driven and opportunistic investment strategies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empyrean Capital Partners | Partner | Jan 2022 to Present | — |
| Empyrean Capital Partners | Principal | Jan 2017 to Jan 2022 | — |
| Empyrean Capital Partners | Research Analyst | Jul 2012 to Jan 2017 | — |
| Self-Employed | Research Consultant | May 2010 to Jul 2012 | Full-time consultant to LA-based event-driven hedge fund, performing analytical work on current and prospective investments. Focus on high yield, leveraged loans and distressed investments. |
| GoldenTree Asset Management | Research Associate | Feb 2004 to Apr 2010 | — |
| Chanin Capital Partners | Senior Analyst | Jan 2000 to Jan 2002 | — |
Education
New York University
BA, Economics
1996 — 2000
Skills & Expertise
Others at Empyrean Capital Partners, LP (9)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Andrea Collazo | Analyst | Los Angeles, CA , United States |
 | Principal | New York, NY , United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | CA , United States |
 | Partner and Chief Financial Officer | Los Angeles, CA , United States |
A Armando Sistos | Portfolio Manager and Partner | Los Angeles, CA , United States |
J Josh Daleo | Principal | New York, NY , United States |
J Joshua Chekofsky | analyst | United States |
S Seth Shapiro | principal | United States |
S Shamika Dighe | Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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