Blake Zacharias

Blake Zacharias is a Senior Analyst at Engaged Capital LLC, an activist investment firm based in Newport Beach, California. In his role, he is responsible for deep fundamental research, idea generation, and executing investment strategies across the firm's portfolio, focusing on enhancing shareholder value through strategic engagement with management and boards of publicly traded companies.

Zacharias’ expertise lies in constructive activism within the U.S. equity markets, particularly targeting undervalued and underperforming mid- and large-cap companies in sectors such as consumer products, healthcare, and industrials, where operational improvements and governance changes can drive significant returns. Prior to joining Engaged Capital, he spent four years at Relational Investors, a $6 billion activist fund, where he further honed his skills in equity analysis and shareholder activism.

He is respected for his analytical rigor and capacity to drive change in corporate governance, contributing to notable value creation initiatives at prominent investment funds. Zacharias holds a strong background in finance and investment analysis, establishing himself as a key professional in the field of activist investing with a track record of constructive engagement and superior risk-adjusted results.