About
Carey Wilkinson is a partner at Valiant Capital Management, L.P., based in San Francisco, California. In this role, he is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments, with a focus on public and private equity opportunities. Wilkinson is particularly known for his expertise in alternative asset classes, including hedge funds, venture capital, and private equity, frequently covering technology-driven sectors.
He began his investment career as a research associate at Ascend Capital before moving to a sales role at Street Account. He then served as Director of the Canvas Capital Division at SAC Capital, where he gained deep experience in institutional investing and analysis, prior to joining Valiant Capital Management as a partner in 2008.
Wilkinson holds a BS from the University of Virginia, underpinning his analytical and sector-specific skills. Throughout his career, he has established himself as a key decision-maker in the investment management industry, with a reputation for strategic leadership across a range of alternative investment strategies, including technology, venture capital, and hedge funds.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Valiant Capital Management | Partner | Apr 2008 to Present | — | 
| SAC Capital | Director, Canvas Capital Division | Apr 2005 to Apr 2008 | — | 
| Street Account | West Coast Sales | Jan 2004 to Mar 2005 | Sold a financial news and research service to hedge fund managers on the West Coast. | 
| Ascend Capital | Research Associate | Jan 2002 to Jan 2004 | Consumer research associate. | 
Education
University of Virginia
BS, Finance
1997 — 2001
Others at Valiant Capital Management, L.P. (7)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| BBrian Holmquest | Investment Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States | 
| Partner | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| DDavid Goldberg | Partner | San Francisco, CA , United States | 
| analyst | London, United Kingdom | |
| Senior Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| Valiant Capital Partners | Lafayette, CA , United States | |
| Analyst | CA , United States |