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About
Will McGirr is a seasoned investment professional currently serving as Managing Director at King Street Capital Management as of 2023, following an eight-year tenure as Managing Director at Fir Tree Partners (2015–2023). In his most recent role at Fir Tree, he was actively involved in sourcing and raising new capital, executing strategic fundraising plans, and working closely with institutional investors.
Throughout his career, McGirr has focused on alternative asset management with a particular emphasis on marketing, investor relations, and capital formation across sectors such as hedge funds, credit, and opportunistic investments. His work has centered on building relationships with clients in the institutional investment space, including pension funds, endowments, and sovereign wealth funds.
McGirr’s prior experience includes senior roles at AUA Capital and a track record of significant contributions to asset raising and firm growth in complex markets. While public profiles do not specify his educational credentials, his expertise lies in alternative investments, investment management, and strategic fundraising. His notable achievements include helping Fir Tree Partners and King Street expand their investor base and strengthen their market position through targeted outreach and client servicing.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fir Tree Partners | Managing Director | Jan 2021 to Present | — |
| Fir Tree Partners | Director | Mar 2019 to Jan 2021 | — |
| Fir Tree Partners | Vice President, Investor Relations | Nov 2015 to Mar 2019 | — |
| Aua Capital Management | Managing Director | Oct 2014 to Nov 2015 | — |
| Ada Investments | Director | Jul 2013 to Aug 2014 | — |
| QFS Asset Management, l.p. | Director | Nov 2005 to Jun 2013 | — |
Education
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology, Psychology
2001 — 2005
Brunswick School
1992 — 2001
Others at Fir Tree Capital Management LP (19)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner, Co-Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel | New York, NY , United States | |
C Clinton Biondo | Managing Director | Miami, FL , United States |
D Dan Lifshitz | Partner | New York, NY , United States |
| Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer | New York, NY , United States | |
| Managing Director | United States | |
M Matthew Aptman | Managing Director - Business Development and Strategy | United States |
S Sachin Gupta | Managing Director, Investment Team | New York, NY , United States |
| Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
A Alyssa Snow | Vice President - Tax | New York, NY , United States |
C Carlos d'Souza | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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B Brian Harvey | Equity Portfolio Manager | Cramer Rosenthal Mcglynn LLC | United States |