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About
Eric Stephens is a Partner at Gates Capital Management, Inc., based in New York, NY, where he contributes to investment strategy, portfolio management, and firm leadership. His responsibilities include identifying undervalued opportunities and managing client relationships, supporting Gates Capital's focus on event-driven, value-oriented investing in public markets.
Eric's career at Gates Capital Management spans several roles, including Principal and Vice President, prior to his current partnership position. His expertise lies in event-driven equities, with a particular focus on mid-cap U.S. companies, applying deep fundamental research to identify attractive risk-reward situations within sectors such as industrials, consumer, and financial services.
He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce with a concentration in Finance from the University of Virginia. Eric is recognized for his analytical skills and sector knowledge, contributing significantly to Gates Capital Management's reputation for disciplined, research-intensive investment approaches.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gates Capital Management, Inc | Partner | Jan 2023 to Present | — |
| Gates Capital Management, Inc | Principal | Jan 2022 to Present | — |
| Gates Capital Management, Inc | Vice President | Mar 2020 to Jan 2022 | — |
| Gates Capital Management, Inc | Investment Associate | Sep 2017 to Mar 2020 | — |
| Houlihan Lokey (Financial Restructuring Group) | Investment Banking Analyst | Jul 2015 to Aug 2017 | — |
| Houlihan Lokey | Investment Banking Summer Analyst | Jun 2014 to Aug 2014 | — |
| The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation | Summer Intern | Jun 2012 to Aug 2013 | — |
Education
University of Virginia
Bachelor's Degree, Commerce (Finance)
2011 — 2015
Skills & Expertise
Others at Gates Capital Management, Inc. (9)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Vice President | New York, NY , United States | |
D Dax Vlassis | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States |
J Jeff Gates | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States |
J Justin Boisseau | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States |
| Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
| Vice President | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
Z Zachary Gober | Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
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