Rahul Kakar

Rahul Kakar is the Chief Investment Officer at Advanced Portfolio Management (APM), based in New York, NY, where he leads the firm’s investment strategy across global multi-asset portfolios. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing allocation decisions, risk management, and manager selection, leveraging his expertise to optimize returns for institutional and high-net-worth clients.

His investment focus includes alternative investments, hedge funds, and multi-asset strategies, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, inclusive growth sectors, and risk-adjusted performance. At APM, Kakar covers asset classes spanning equities, fixed income, real assets, and private markets, integrating sophisticated quantitative and fundamental approaches across portfolios.

Prior to becoming CIO in June 2022, he served as Principal at APM and previously as Chairman at East Lifestyle, demonstrating leadership in both finance and business operations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Chicago, reinforcing his analytical foundation and strategic decision-making. Kakar is also involved with The Growth For Good Acquisition Corp. as CFO/COO, highlighting his role in sustainable investing and SPAC deal structuring.