Diego Fernandez
About Diego Fernandez
Diego Fernandez is the Managing Director at Main Street Capital Corporation, where he has worked since 2013. He has a background in economics from Vanderbilt University and extensive experience in financial planning and leveraged finance.
Current Role at Main Street Capital
Diego Fernandez serves as the Managing Director at Main Street Capital Corporation, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on engaging with middle market companies that have annual revenues between $10 million and $150 million. His responsibilities include facilitating acquisitions and supporting management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth financings. His extensive experience in the financial sector allows him to effectively structure and execute financial transactions.
Previous Experience at Main Street Capital
Before becoming Managing Director, Diego Fernandez held several positions at Main Street Capital Corporation. He joined the firm in 2013 as a Vice President, where he worked for five years until 2018. During his time at Main Street, he was involved in the origination, structuring, and execution of leveraged loans and high yield bonds, contributing to the company’s growth and success in the financial market.
Education and Expertise
Diego Fernandez earned his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from Vanderbilt University, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his career in finance, equipping him with the analytical skills necessary for his roles in wealth management and corporate finance.
Early Career and Internships
Diego Fernandez began his career with several internships that provided him with valuable experience in the finance industry. In 2009, he interned at EGL Holdings for two months. In 2010, he worked as a Wealth Management Financial Planning Intern at Wells Fargo in the Charlotte, North Carolina area for two months. These early roles helped him develop a strong understanding of financial planning and investment strategies.
Experience at Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Diego Fernandez worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as a Leveraged Finance Analyst from 2011 to 2013. In this role, he focused on the origination and execution of leveraged loans and high yield bonds, gaining experience in high-stakes financial transactions. His work at Bank of America Merrill Lynch contributed to his expertise in financial structuring and analysis.