Benjamin Nye
Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager at Narwhal Capital Management
About
Benjamin Nye, CFA, FRM, serves as Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager at Narwhal Capital Management in Atlanta, where he oversees the firm’s investment strategy and manages custom portfolio construction for clients. His role includes evaluating individual equities, bonds, and derivatives, reflecting a broad expertise across public securities and risk management. He is an active voice in the investment community, regularly contributing to industry conferences and educational initiatives on portfolio diversification and alternative investments.
Nye’s investment focus covers equity and fixed income markets, with a demonstrated ability to build portfolios across asset classes tailored to each client’s risk profile and objectives. He started his career at Blacksmith Capital Group and JP Capital Management, and prior to his time at Narwhal, gained experience in business development and investment analysis. His background also includes serving as president of a technology and mobility startup, broadening his perspective in assessing innovative business models.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Finance, cum laude, from the University of Washington, and earned his MBA from Emory University's Goizueta Business School. Nye is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM), underlining his technical expertise in investment analysis, risk management, and portfolio optimization. His leadership and technical acumen contribute significantly to Narwhal Capital Management’s client-centric and educational advisory approach.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narwhal Capital Management | Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager | Jan 2020 to Present | Narwhal Capital Management offers investment advisory, tax, financial planning and 401(k) management services to individuals, families, corporations and foundations. Our firm places an emphasis on cus... |
| Narwhal Capital Management | Senior Equity Analyst and Portfolio Manager | Jun 2016 to Dec 2019 | — |
| Eugene Family YMCA | Board Director | Mar 2014 to Jun 2016 | — |
| Eugene YMCA | Tennis Advisory Council | Nov 2012 to Jun 2016 | — |
| Farmers Insurance | Agent | Aug 2009 to Mar 2010 | Market and tailor insurance policies to fit inidividual's needs. |
| Miadi Solutions | President | Mar 2015 to Dec 2016 | Miadi Solutions connects people, organizations, and businesses by leveraging technology and mobility. The firm's maiden app, Kazi, channels this mission through the niches of exercise and sport. |
| JP Capital Management | Investment Associate | Jul 2011 to Jun 2016 | Assist the portfolio manager with the research and trading operations of the firm. |
| Blacksmith Capital Group | Business Development Analyst | Jul 2010 to Mar 2011 | Understand and develop business processes to help grow companies and create efficient, value-enhancing products. |
Education
Emory University - Goizueta Business School
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2019 — 2022
University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business
BA, Finance, Cum Laude
2008 — 2011
Moses Lake High School
2005 — 2008
Others at Narwhal Capital Management (2)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
 | Fall Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States |
S Sam Frost | Equity Analyst, Portfolio Manager | Atlanta, GA , United States |