Brian Kelleher
About Brian Kelleher
Brian Kelleher serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Simplify Asset Management, where he has been integral to the company's growth and strategy since its founding in 2020. He has extensive experience in the finance sector, having held senior positions at firms such as PIMCO and J&W Seligman.
Current Role at Simplify Asset Management
Brian Kelleher serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Simplify Asset Management, a position he has held since the company's founding in 2020. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing options-based strategies that cater to real-world investor needs. Kelleher focuses on creating tailored portfolio outcomes through the non-linear power of options, contributing significantly to the firm's growth and strategic direction.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Simplify Asset Management, Brian Kelleher held several key positions in the financial services sector. He worked at PIMCO as Senior Vice President of ETF Strategy from 2011 to 2020, where he was based in New York, NY. Prior to that, he was with J&W Seligman, serving as VP of Regional Sales from 2003 to 2008 and as AVP of Wealth Management from 2002 to 2003. He also briefly worked at Franklin Templeton Investments as VP and Regional Director in 2008.
Educational Background
Brian Kelleher has a strong educational background in finance and literature. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from Georgetown University. Additionally, he completed an Executive MBA at The Wharton School, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. He also attended UNSW, further enhancing his academic credentials.
Career Progression in Sales and Strategy
Kelleher's career in sales and strategy began at J&W Seligman, where he worked as a Sales Professional from 2000 to 2002. He then advanced to the position of AVP in Wealth Management before becoming VP of Regional Sales. His extensive experience in sales roles laid the groundwork for his later positions, including his strategic role at PIMCO and his current leadership at Simplify Asset Management.