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Rick Fradin

Partner at Chicago Capital, LLC

Chicago, IL , United States

About

Rick Fradin is a Partner at Chicago Capital, LLC, a leading SEC-registered investment adviser located in Chicago, IL. Fradin is integral to the firm’s client-centric approach, focusing on customized financial solutions for high net worth individuals and multi-generational families. He is actively involved in market outlook panels and the firm’s strategy, contributing to Chicago Capital’s recognition as a 2025 Five-Star RIA by Investment News and one of the best financial advisors for high net worth clients by Investor.com.

Throughout his investment career, Fradin has specialized in equity research and portfolio management, with significant expertise in U.S. equities and wealth management. Prior to joining Chicago Capital in 2020, he served as Vice President and Senior Equity Analyst at Castleark Management and was Principal and Chief Investment Officer at Armitage Investment Advisors, where he oversaw equity strategies and tailored multi-asset solutions for diverse client objectives.

Rick Fradin holds degrees from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He has been in the investment industry since 1994 and is noted for his dedication to transparency, long-term investment philosophy, and client-first service. His sector focus includes U.S. equities, public markets, and high net worth wealth management with a disciplined and collaborative approach.

Career History

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Chicago Capital, LLCPartnerJan 2020 to Present
Castleark Management LLCVice President and Senior Equity AnalystJan 2018 to Jan 2020
Armitage Investment AdvisorsPrincipal and Chief Investment OfficerJan 2017 to Jan 2018
Rail-Splitter Capital ManagementChief Investment Officer, Equity Analyst, Co-FounderJan 2002 to Jan 2016
William Blair & CompanyEquity Analyst, PrincipalJan 1994 to Jan 2002

Education

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Skills & Expertise

Investment Management
Investment Advisory
Asset Allocation
Equity Research
Alternative Investments
Hedge Funds
Investments
Investment Strategies
Asset Managment
Equities
Stock Picking
Financial Modeling
Project Management
Marketing
Equity Valuation

Others at Chicago Capital, LLC (5)

NameRoleLocation
Eric Maddix
Eric Maddix
PartnerChicago, IL , United States
Jo Seagren
Jo Seagren
PartnerChicago, IL , United States
Paolo Barbone
Paolo Barbone
AnalystWashington, DC , United States
David Mabie
David Mabie
PartnerChicago, IL , United States
Mike Kimbarovsky
Mike Kimbarovsky
PartnerChicago, IL , United States

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