Paul Eisenmann
Vice President, Product Specialist at Water Island Capital LLC
About
Paul Eisenmann is Vice President and Product Specialist at Water Island Capital LLC, based in Medford, New Jersey. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing client relationships, supporting investment product development, and providing detailed expertise on the firm's specialized investment strategies. His work centers on communicating with both institutional and individual investors, focusing on tailoring and articulating Water Island Capital’s offerings.
He focuses on event-driven investment strategies, specifically targeting sectors such as merger arbitrage and special situations within the alternative investments asset class. As a key product specialist, Eisenmann translates complex investment solutions to a range of audiences, emphasizing low correlation and low volatility strategies designed for diverse investor needs.
Prior to his current position, Eisenmann built a career in investment product management and client strategy, leveraging strong expertise in capital markets and alternative assets. He holds credentials that include the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation, underlining his commitment to industry best practices and client-focused investment solutions.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Island Capital, LLC | Vice President, Product Specialist | Mar 2023 to Present | — | 
| Wisdomtree Asset Management | Associate Director | Apr 2022 to Present | — | 
| Imsquare Ltd. | Director, Distribution | Jun 2018 to Apr 2022 | — | 
| Resource America | External Wholesaler | May 2017 to May 2018 | — | 
| LPL Financial | Financial Advisor | Feb 2016 to May 2017 | — | 
| Amg Funds | Investment Consultant | Jun 2012 to Feb 2016 | — | 
| j.p. Morgan | Relationship Manager | Mar 2010 to Jun 2012 | — | 
| Bank of America | Senior Account Manager | Jul 2008 to Mar 2010 | — | 
Education
The Wharton School
Management
2014
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science, Finance
2004 — 2007
Others at Water Island Capital LLC (6)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| CChristina Chew | Chief Operating Officer and Senior Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States | 
| CChristopher Plunkett | Analyst | New Rochelle, NY , United States | 
| Portfolio Manager | Caldwell, NJ , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | |
| Managing Director - Head of Business Development | Saddle River, NJ , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |