Kenneth Duca
About Kenneth Duca
Kenneth Duca is a Senior Manager of Compensation at Sculptor Capital Management, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in compensation management, having previously held positions at The Blackstone Group, Merrill Lynch, and other financial institutions.
Current Role at Sculptor Capital Management
Kenneth Duca serves as the Senior Manager of Compensation at Sculptor Capital Management. He has held this position since 2013, contributing to the company's compensation strategies and management for over 11 years. His role involves overseeing compensation structures, ensuring alignment with industry standards, and supporting the organization's talent management initiatives.
Previous Experience at The Blackstone Group
Prior to his current role, Kenneth Duca worked at The Blackstone Group as the Vice President and Director of Compensation from 2009 to 2013. During his four-year tenure, he was responsible for developing and implementing compensation policies that supported the firm's strategic objectives and employee retention efforts.
Experience at Merrill Lynch
Kenneth Duca held the position of Vice President of Compensation for Global Markets, Fixed Income at Merrill Lynch from 2004 to 2009. In this role, he managed compensation programs and analysis for the fixed income division, contributing to the overall compensation framework within the organization for five years.
Educational Background in Finance
Kenneth Duca earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance with a minor in Real Estate from Penn State University. He attended the university from 1995 to 1999, completing his studies in four years. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in compensation management and finance.
Early Career Experience
Kenneth Duca began his career as an Analyst at PwC, where he worked from 1999 to 2002 for three years. He then transitioned to Mellon Financial as an Analyst from 2002 to 2003. Following this, he served as a Compensation Analyst at Lehman Brothers from 2003 to 2004, gaining valuable experience in compensation analysis and management.