Daniel Ayre

Dan Ayre, CFA, is a Research Analyst at Evolutionary Tree Capital Management, LLC, based in Baltimore, Maryland. In his current role, he is responsible for performing in-depth, fundamental research on both existing portfolio companies and new investment opportunities. Dan identifies secular trends and contributes to the investment decision-making process as a core member of the firm's investment team.

While the team at Evolutionary Tree operates as generalists, Dan has developed particular expertise in the financials and health care sectors. His research spans a range of industries, with specialized depth in biotechnology, financials, and technology, making him a key analyst for identifying long-term investment opportunities in these sectors.

Prior to joining Evolutionary Tree full-time in 2018, Dan interned at the Ricketts Family Office, supporting asset allocation and investment research. He graduated summa cum laude from the Honors Program at the University of Alabama with degrees in Finance and Business Management and earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in 2022, underscoring his commitment to excellence and rigor in investment research.