About
Paul Oddy is a Portfolio Manager at PAR Capital Management Inc., a prominent investment firm based in Boston, MA. In his current role, he is responsible for overseeing investment strategies, portfolio construction, and risk management with a focus on delivering long-term value to the firm's clients. Oddy plays a pivotal role in equity research and selection, ensuring the firm maintains a robust presence in the highly competitive hedge fund space.
His investment expertise is primarily concentrated in public equities, spanning sectors such as media, technology, airlines, and related consumer industries—a hallmark of PAR Capital Management’s investment approach. Oddy previously held senior positions at institutions like BlackRock, where he gained extensive experience analyzing complex equity opportunities and managing portfolios through various market cycles.
Oddy's professional background is supported by decades of industry experience, though specific educational credentials and additional achievements such as notable industry contributions are not publicized in the available sources. He is recognized for his analytical rigor, deep sector knowledge, and commitment to high-performance investing within alternative asset management, with a particular track record in publicly traded equities focused on growth and transformation.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| PAR Capital Management | Portfolio Manager | Mar 2015 to Present | — | 
| BlackRock | Equity Analyst | Mar 2013 to Feb 2015 | — | 
| McKinsey & Company | Business Analyst | Aug 2009 to Apr 2011 | — | 
Education
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor's degree, Economics & Finance
2005 — 2009
Others at Par Capital Management Inc. (6)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| AAnthony Lee | Analyst at Par Capital Management | Boston, MA , United States | 
| Vice President of Data Science | Boston, MA , United States | |
| CChip Frazier | Partner | Boston, MA , United States | 
| EEd Shapiro | Partner | Boston, MA , United States | 
| Partner | Bethesda, MD , United States | |
| Managing Partner, Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel | Boston, MA , United States |