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About
Joshua Cracknell is an Investment Analyst at Karpus Investment Management in Seneca Falls, NY, where he contributes to the firm's diversified, value-oriented strategy through research, portfolio analysis, and security selection. He is involved in analyzing and managing a range of securities, including closed-end funds (CEFs), exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), as well as fixed income instruments, aligning investment recommendations with clients' specific objectives and risk profiles.
Prior to joining Karpus, Cracknell served as Commercial Credit Department Manager and previously as Senior Credit Analyst at Tompkins Community Bank, where he led commercial credit analysis and departmental operations, deepening his expertise in credit risk and financial due diligence. His professional background highlights strong analytical capabilities across both public markets and private credit sectors.
Cracknell holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Scranton, grounding his investment insight with a robust academic foundation. At Karpus, his focus includes asset allocation, risk management, and valuation across both equity and fixed income asset classes, supporting portfolio construction and tactical allocation decisions for a diverse client base.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| KARPUS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT | Investment Analyst | Mar 2025 to Present | — |
| Tompkins Community Bank | Commercial Credit Department Manager | Feb 2024 to Mar 2025 | — |
| Tompkins Community Bank | Senior Credit Analyst | Apr 2022 to Jan 2024 | — |
| Tompkins Community Bank | Credit Analyst, II | Jan 2021 to Mar 2022 | — |
| Tompkins Community Bank | Credit Analyst | Mar 2020 to Dec 2020 | — |
| Savannah Bank National Association | Credit Analyst | Oct 2017 to Mar 2020 | — |
| Integrated Capital Management, Inc. | Investment Analyst Intern | Aug 2016 to Dec 2016 | — |
| The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) | Business Consultant Intern | Feb 2016 to May 2016 | — |
Education
University of Scranton
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance
2013 — 2017
Mynderse Academy
High School Diploma
2009 — 2013
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|---|---|---|
| International Equity Analyst | Honeoye Falls, NY , United States | |
| Investment Analyst | Rochester, NY , United States |
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