About
John Damaske is the Director of Research at Portolan Capital Management, LLC, an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor based in Boston, Massachusetts. Since joining Portolan in 2009, he has played a pivotal role in leading the research team, shaping investment strategies, and overseeing the firm's equity research efforts.
Damaske specializes in equity research with a particular focus on the consumer services and finance sectors, as indicated by his responsibilities and sector experience at Portolan. His work involves deep analysis of market trends, company fundamentals, and investment opportunities within these sectors to support the firm's asset management decisions.
Prior to his role at Portolan, Damaske was a Research Analyst at the Lynch Foundation from 2007 to 2009 and held a corporate officer position at State Street Corporation. He holds a B.A. from Hamilton College and an MBA from Boston College, bringing a strong academic foundation and broad analytical experience to his leadership at Portolan.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portolan Capital | Senior Research Analyst | May 2009 to Present | — |
| The Lynch Foundation | Research Analyst | Feb 2007 to Apr 2009 | — |
| State Street Global Advisors | Summer Intern | May 2006 to Sep 2006 | — |
| State Street Corp | Fund Accountant | Dec 2003 to Aug 2005 | — |
| Cetrulo & Capone | Paralegal | Aug 2002 to Aug 2004 | — |
Education
Boston College
Master of Business Administration, Finance
2005 — 2007
Hamilton College
Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science
1998 — 2002
Others at Portolan Capital Management, LLC (2)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
B Bill Brooks | Business Analyst | Boston, MA , United States |
D David Thompson | Senior Equity Analyst | Boston, MA , United States |