Blair Faulstich
About Blair Faulstich
Blair Faulstich serves as the Managing Director and Head of Origination at Benefit Street Partners, where he has worked since 2011. He has extensive experience in finance, having held senior positions at notable firms such as Deutsche Bank and Merrill Lynch.
Work at Providence Equity Partners
Blair Faulstich has served as Managing Director and Head of Origination at Benefit Street Partners, a division of Providence Equity Capital Markets, since 2011. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the origination of investment opportunities and managing relationships with clients and stakeholders. His tenure at Benefit Street Partners spans over 13 years, during which he has contributed to the firm's growth and strategic initiatives in the capital markets sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current position, Blair Faulstich worked at Alex. Brown & Sons, which later became part of Deutsche Bank, as an Associate - Director from 1997 to 2004. He then transitioned to Merrill Lynch & Co., now part of Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he held the position of Managing Director from 2004 to 2009. His extensive experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of financial markets and investment strategies.
Education and Expertise
Blair Faulstich holds an MBA in Finance from the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, where he studied from 1995 to 1997. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Principia College, completing his studies there from 1988 to 1992. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in finance and investment management.
Current Role as Senior Portfolio Manager
In addition to his role at Benefit Street Partners, Blair Faulstich has been serving as a Senior Portfolio Manager since 2011. This position involves managing investment portfolios and making strategic decisions to optimize returns for clients. His dual roles at Benefit Street Partners highlight his extensive skill set in both origination and portfolio management.