Early Life and Education
Stephen Ketchum's early life and educational background are not widely available in the search results, however it is known he earned a B.A. from New England College, magna cum laude, and an M.B.A. from the Harvard Business School. He also played division III basketball in college.
Rise to Success
Ketchum's career began in investment banking. From 1990 to 2000, he worked in the Investment Banking Department of Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette, most recently as a Managing Director. Prior to founding Sound Point Capital, he was Global Head of Media & Telecom Investment and Corporate Banking for Banc of America Securities (“BofA”). He founded Sound Point Capital Management, LP in 2008.
Key Business Strategies
As the Founder, CEO, and CIO of Sound Point Capital Management, Ketchum oversees the firm's investments across all fund offerings. Sound Point Capital specializes in credit asset management, with a focus on generating attractive returns with low volatility. Ketchum is also the lead Portfolio Manager for the Sound Point Credit Opportunities Strategy.
Philanthropy
Stephen Ketchum serves on the Board of Trustees of the New York Police & Fire Widows' & Children's Benefit Fund, CitySquash, St. George's School and the Museum of the City of New York. Through the Shaw Family Endowment Fund, he and his wife have donated to several institutions.
