About
Darrus L. is currently an Associate at SSI Investment Management, where he contributes to the firm’s focus on delivering superior risk-adjusted returns through disciplined and innovative investment strategies. SSI Investment Management is recognized for its expertise in convertible securities and alternative asset solutions, suggesting Darrus works closely with these specific asset classes within the portfolio management and research functions.
Prior to joining SSI, Darrus served as CEO of UrbanD Clothing and has over a decade of entrepreneurial and coaching experience, including tennis instruction, which highlights his leadership and operational versatility. His background in both business management and coaching contributes valuable analytical, team-oriented, and strategic planning skills to his investment role.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Chapman University and additional academic credentials from Boston University and Feng Chia University, providing him with a strong foundation in business and international perspectives. Darrus’s diverse professional and educational experience supports his effectiveness in investment analysis, portfolio management, and the evaluation of alternative investments, with a particular emphasis on convertible securities and customized solutions for clients.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSI Investment Management | Associate | May 2023 to Present | — |
| UrbanD Clothing | CEO | Feb 2017 to Present | — |
| Self-employed | Tennis Coach | Sep 2013 to Present | — |
| Global Cargo Connection | Bookkeeper | Jun 2022 to May 2023 | — |
| Moss Adams | Valuation Analyst | Dec 2021 to May 2022 | — |
| Global Cargo Connection | Operations Supervisor | May 2020 to Dec 2021 | — |
| Global Cargo Connection | Operations Specialist | May 2018 to Apr 2020 | — |
| Boston University | Transfer Peer Advisor | Apr 2019 to Jan 2020 | — |
| Tiffany & Co. | Global A-List | Apr 2019 to Jan 2020 | — |
| Deloitte | Summer Audit Intern | Jun 2019 to Aug 2019 | — |
| Chapman University | Student Athletic Assistant | Sep 2017 to Dec 2018 | — |
| Chapman University | Radio Host | Aug 2017 to Dec 2017 | — |
Education
Chapman University
Bachelor’s Degree
Boston University
Bachelor's degree
Feng Chia University
Others at Ssi Investment Management LLC (9)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Alex Volz | Portfolio Manager | Beverly Hills, CA , United States |
| Portfolio Research Associate | CA , United States | |
C Claudia Hanson | Associate | Beverly Hills, CA , United States |
D Dagney Maseda | Portfolio Manager | Beverly Hills, CA , United States |
D Darrus Lee | Associate | United States |
| Chief Investment Officer | Beverly Hills, CA , United States | |
K Ken Raguse | Portfolio Manager | Manhattan Beach, CA , United States |
| Portfolio Manager - Outright (Long-only) Convertible Strategy | Irvine, CA , United States | |
| Principal and Senior Portfolio Manager | Beverly Hills, CA , United States |
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