About
Taheer Datoo is Principal and Portfolio Manager at Anson Funds (also known as Anson Capital, Inc.), based in Toronto, Ontario. He serves as Co-Head of Investments, overseeing the firm's strategies in North American small-cap equities, special situations, and thematic investing. His responsibilities include research, portfolio construction, and identifying unique opportunities within his specialized sectors.
With significant expertise in public equities, Datoo focuses particularly on small-cap names and event-driven opportunities, leveraging in-depth knowledge of special situations such as mergers, spin-offs, and activist investments. He is also recognized for his leadership in thematic investing, often seeking value in emerging trends influenced by macroeconomic and technological shifts.
Datoo has held several leadership roles at Anson Funds and is an active participant in board and shareholder engagements, frequently representing the firm's interests in public company matters. He is known for his analytical rigor and has made notable contributions to the growth and performance of Anson's alternative investment strategies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Anson Group of Funds | Portfolio Manager | Jan 2019 to Present | — | 
| Anson Group of Funds | Investment Analyst | Apr 2016 to Dec 2018 | — | 
| Bmo Capital Markets | Investment Banking Analyst - Global Metals and Mining | May 2012 to Aug 2015 | — | 
| Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan | Project Analyst | May 2011 to Aug 2011 | — | 
| Cibc | Analyst | May 2010 to Aug 2010 | — | 
Education
McGill University
Bachelor Of Arts, Economics, Finance
2009 — 2013
Upper Canada College
2009
Others at Anson Capital, Inc. (17)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Principal and Portfolio Manager | Toronto, ON , Canada | |
| JJay Lubinsky | Principal and Portfolio Manager | Toronto, ON , Canada | 
| Investment Analyst | Toronto, ON , Canada | |
| Associate Portfolio Manager | Toronto, ON , Canada | |
| MMark Forman | Senior Analyst | Dallas, TX , United States | 
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| MMoez Kassam | Portfolio Manager | Toronto, ON , Canada | 
| Associate Portfolio Manager | Toronto, ON , Canada | |
| Partner, Anson North Star | Canada | |
| Vice President Finance | Toronto, ON , Canada |