Hedge fund manager Shenkman Capital Management has appointed Charles Robinson (pictured) as Senior Vice President, Client Service and Business Development based in London.
Robinson will play a key role in client relationship management and the development and execution of the company's strategic growth initiatives internationally.
"We are delighted to have someone of Charles' international stature joining our firm," says Mark Shenkman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Shenkman Capital. "Our business today reflects the increasingly global nature of our investor base. Charles' broad experience complements our seasoned team and his reputation among institutional clients and consultants will be an important asset as we pursue our long-term development," he said. Mr. Robinson reports to Nicholas Keyes and Robert Sherman.
Before joining Shenkman Capital, Robinson was Managing Director and Head of EMEA coverage at Black River Asset Management. He previously served as the Global Head of Alternatives at HSBC Global Asset Management. Prior to that, he worked in Hong Kong and New York for Goldman Sachs Asset Management. He began his career at JP Morgan after completing his MBA at Columbia Business School. A Chartered Financial Analyst, Robinson earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Haverford College. He also serves on the International Advisory Council of the college.
