Keith Mc Cormack
About Keith Mc Cormack
Keith McCormack is the Managing Director of Trade Claims & Rescue Financing and a Portfolio Manager at Contrarian, specializing in distressed direct loans since joining the company in 2004.
Keith McCormack at Contrarian
Keith McCormack has been a pivotal figure at Contrarian since joining the firm in 2004. As the Managing Director overseeing Trade Claims and Rescue Financing, he also works as Portfolio Manager. Since 2010, he has managed the Trade Claims strategy. Additionally, Keith directs Contrarian's initiatives to acquire distressed direct loans from direct lenders. His extensive experience within the firm also includes his tenure as the Assistant Portfolio Manager of Contrarian Capital Finance L.P. from 2004 to 2010.
Keith McCormack's Board Memberships
Throughout his career, Keith McCormack has been actively involved in various corporate boards. He has served on the board of directors for The Matlet Group, Custom Food Products, Inc., and Exam Management Services Inc. These roles have provided him with comprehensive insights into diverse industries, underpinning his strategic and operational decisions.
Keith McCormack’s Career in Leveraged Finance
Keith McCormack's career in leveraged finance includes significant roles in major financial institutions. From 1998 to 2002, he worked as a Vice President at Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette and later Credit Suisse First Boston. He continued his expertise at UBS Investment Bank as a Director in the Leveraged Finance Group, advising private equity clients on critical financial activities including mergers & acquisitions, restructurings, and capital raisings.
Professional Beginnings at Deloitte & Touche
Keith McCormack began his professional journey at Deloitte & Touche, LLP, where he worked as an Audit Manager from 1991 to 1996. This early experience in auditing has contributed to his foundational understanding of financial oversight and compliance, setting the stage for his subsequent roles in the finance industry.
Education and Academic Honors
Keith McCormack holds an MBA from the Indiana University Graduate School of Business, graduating with the honor of Beta Gamma Sigma. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Catholic University of America. His educational background is distinguished by his academic achievements and provides a solid foundation for his professional expertise in finance and management.