Scott Kefer, Cfa
About Scott Kefer, Cfa
Scott Kefer, CFA, serves as a Senior Portfolio Manager at Victory Capital, where he provides strategic beta insights to investors. With over 25 years of experience in active management, he previously worked at U.S. Trust Company of NY and NewBridge Asset Management.
Work at Victory Capital
Scott Kefer serves as a Senior Portfolio Manager at Victory Capital, focusing on the Victory Solutions Platform and VictoryShares. In this role, he provides strategic beta insights and education to professional investors and clients. His extensive experience in active management informs his approach to developing rules-based and custom investment solutions. Kefer has been with Victory Capital since 1999, contributing to the firm's investment strategies for over 25 years.
Previous Experience at U.S. Trust Company of NY
Before joining Victory Capital, Scott Kefer worked at U.S. Trust Company of NY as a Portfolio Manager in the Campbell, Cowperthwait Division. He held this position for six years, from 1993 to 1999, in the Greater New York City Area. This role provided him with foundational experience in portfolio management that he has built upon throughout his career.
Education and Expertise
Scott Kefer studied at Skidmore College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration and Management from 1989 to 1993. He also holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, which signifies his expertise in investment management and analysis. His educational background and professional qualifications support his role in providing strategic insights to clients.
Career Background
Scott Kefer has over 25 years of experience in active management, beginning his career in the financial services industry in the early 1990s. Prior to his tenure at Victory Capital, he was a Senior Portfolio Manager at NewBridge Asset Management. His career has been characterized by a focus on developing investment strategies that leverage his extensive knowledge and experience in portfolio management.