About
Adam Pieczonka is an experienced investment professional currently recognized for his prior role as Senior Analyst at Knighthead Capital Management, LLC, based in New York, NY. At Knighthead, Adam was responsible for sourcing and managing investments across both debt and equity asset classes, focusing on distressed, event-driven and special situations within corporate credit markets. His work included deep analysis of company financials and structuring complex investment deals in sectors such as consumer, industrials, and financial services.
Before Knighthead, Adam held positions as a private equity Associate at Ares Management and began his career as an analyst at Moelis & Company, where he built expertise in leveraged buyouts, restructuring, and strategic investment opportunities. Adam's track record spans principal investing, investment banking, and private equity, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the capital structure across multiple industries and transaction types.
Adam holds a BA from the Ivey Business School at The University of Western Ontario and an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, demonstrating advanced expertise in finance and investment analysis. He is also the co-founder and Executive Chair of 1907 Foundation and 1907 Capital, organizations dedicated to research and innovation in mental health, marking his contribution to impact-driven investment and philanthropy.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Knighthead Capital Management, LLC | Analyst | Jul 2015 to Present | Knighthead Capital Management, LLC is a New York-based SEC registered investment adviser founded in 2008. The firm focuses on long-short investments and specializes in event driven, distressed credit ... | 
| Ares Management | Associate | Aug 2011 to Jul 2013 | Private Equity (Buyouts and Distressed) | 
| Moelis & Company | Analyst | Jul 2009 to Jun 2011 | Investment Banking (M&A and Restructuring) | 
Education
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Business Administration
2013 — 2015
King's University College
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration
2005 — 2009
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Business Administration
Others at Knighthead Capital Management, LLC (3)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Partner, Head of Capital Formation | New York, NY , United States | |
| Distressed Credit and Special Situations Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| AAra Cohen | Managing Partner | New York, NY , United States |