About
Anthony Pelle is an Investment Associate at ARENA CAPITAL ADVISORS, LLC in Los Angeles, CA, where he is responsible for sourcing, conducting due diligence, and managing investments across a range of asset classes, with a particular focus on opportunistic credit and private investments. He plays a key role in evaluating, structuring, and monitoring transactions in sectors such as corporate credit, special situations, and distressed assets, supporting Arena’s mandate to pursue value-oriented and flexible capital solutions.
Before joining Arena Capital Advisors as an Investment Associate in December 2021, Anthony held a Senior Operations Analyst role at the firm from 2017 to 2019 and later gained experience as a Business Analyst at Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, focusing on alternative investments and portfolio analysis. His background demonstrates a robust analytical skillset and operational expertise in private credit and asset management environments.
Anthony holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from The College of New Jersey, equipping him with a solid foundation in financial analysis and investment management. Throughout his career, he has contributed to the execution and management of complex investment strategies and has developed expertise in private credit, distressed debt, and special opportunities investing.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arena Capital Advisors | Investment Associate | Dec 2021 to Present | — |
| Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P. | Business Analyst | Nov 2019 to Aug 2021 | — |
| Arena Capital Advisors | Senior Operations Analyst | Jun 2017 to Nov 2019 | — |
| The TCW Group | Senior Derivatives Settlements Specialist | Apr 2015 to May 2017 | — |
| Chatham Asset Management, LLC | Operations Analyst | Feb 2013 to Mar 2015 | — |
| Medallion Business Credit | Junior Credit Analyst | Feb 2012 to Feb 2013 | — |
Education
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting and Finance
Skills & Expertise
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| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Manager | Los Angeles, CA , United States | |
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| Senior Managing Director | Los Angeles, CA , United States | |
| Managing Director | Los Angeles, CA , United States | |
S Sanije Perrett | President and Founding Partner | Santa Monica, CA , United States |
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