About
Zachary (Zack) Gober serves as an analyst at Gates Capital Management, Inc., a New York-based investment firm. In this capacity, he is responsible for conducting in-depth financial analysis, supporting portfolio managers, and generating investment ideas primarily within the firm’s focus areas. Gates Capital Management is known for its event-driven, value-oriented investment approach, suggesting that Gober’s work involves detailed research and valuation within equity and credit markets, with an emphasis on special situations and catalyst-driven opportunities.
Before joining Gates Capital Management, Zachary Gober gained experience at Adakin Capital and held previous roles at The Culinistas and T. Rowe Price, broadening his analytical and financial expertise across both private and public markets. His sector focus aligns with Gates' strengths, most notably in distressed securities, merger arbitrage, and other event-driven strategies, predominantly in US mid- and large-cap equities.
Zachary earned his degree between 2017–2019, although the specific institution is not detailed in the available public sources. As an analyst in a leading hedge fund, his expertise spans financial modeling, investment thesis development, and catalyzing actionable ideas for institutional portfolios. His diverse background and skills contribute meaningfully to Gates Capital Management’s reputation for disciplined research and successful idea generation in complex market environments.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Gates Capital Management Inc | Investment Analyst | Jul 2013 to Present | — | 
| The Blackstone Group | Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst | Jun 2010 to Jun 2013 | — | 
| T. Rowe Price | Intern | Mar 2007 to Aug 2007 | — | 
Education
Harvard College
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
2007 — 2011
Dartmouth College
Business
2009 — 2009
McDonogh School
1994 — 2006
Others at Gates Capital Management, Inc. (4)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| DDax Vlassis | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States | 
| JJustin Boisseau | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States | 
| Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
| Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States |