Dani Blanchard

Dani Blanchard, CFA, is a Research Analyst at Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC (ZCI) in Seattle, Washington. She joined ZCI in 2014 and plays a key role on the investment team, leading original fundamental research that drives the firm's security selection and portfolio construction decisions. In addition to her research responsibilities, Dani contributes to client communications through written and oral commentaries on ZCI’s investment philosophy and strategies.

Ms. Blanchard focuses on growth-oriented U.S. equity investments, supporting the firm’s detailed and innovation-driven approach to stock selection. Her expertise spans multiple sectors, with a particular emphasis on technology and emerging industries that align with ZCI's core strategy of identifying companies with innovative growth potential.

Prior to her current analyst role, Dani held equity trading and foundational operations positions within ZCI, enhancing her comprehensive understanding of the investment process. She earned a BBA in Finance & Entrepreneurship from the University of Washington Foster School of Business and has served on an advisory committee to the UW Board of Regents. Dani is a CFA charterholder and an active member of both the CFA Institute and CFA Society of Seattle.