Eric Im
About Eric Im
Eric Im is the Managing Director and Head of Research and CLO Analyst at Kennedy Lewis, having joined in 2021 through a strategic partnership with York Capital Management Global Advisors, LLC.
Title: Eric Im - Managing Director, Head of Research and CLO Analyst
Eric Im is the Managing Director, Head of Research, and CLO Analyst at Kennedy Lewis. He joined the firm in 2021, leveraging his extensive background in research and analysis to drive strategic initiatives. His role encompasses overseeing research operations and analyzing collateralized loan obligations (CLOs). Eric's expertise in financial research makes him a pivotal part of Kennedy Lewis's leadership team.
Eric Im's Role at Kennedy Lewis
Eric Im joined Kennedy Lewis in 2021 as part of a strategic partnership with York Capital Management Global Advisors, LLC. As the Managing Director and Head of Research, Eric is responsible for leading research initiatives and providing in-depth analysis. His role also includes focusing on CLOs, an area where he brings significant expertise. Eric's insights are vital to the firm's decision-making processes and strategic direction.
Previous Experience: Research Analyst at Alcentra
Before joining Kennedy Lewis, Eric Im worked as a Research Analyst at Alcentra. His primary responsibility was investing in syndicated leveraged loans for the firm's CLO and mutual fund portfolios. This role equipped Eric with a deep understanding of syndicated loans and their impact on investment portfolios, further honing his analytical and research skills.
Professional Background: Leverage Finance Analyst at J.P. Morgan
Eric Im's career also includes a tenure at J.P. Morgan as a Leverage Finance Analyst. In this role, he focused on originating, structuring, and executing high-yield and leveraged loan financings. His work supported various M&A, leveraged buyout, and refinancing deals, particularly in the technology, media, and telecom sectors. This experience provided Eric with a comprehensive understanding of financial structuring and leveraged finance.
Education: BA from University of California, Los Angeles
Eric Im earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His education laid the foundation for his career in finance, equipping him with the essential theoretical knowledge and skills needed for his successive roles in various financial institutions.