Caspar Bentinck
About Caspar Bentinck
Caspar Bentinck serves as the Managing Director at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2020. With over two decades of experience in investment banking, he has a strong focus on capital markets and financial institutions.
Work at Piper Sandler
Caspar Bentinck has been serving as Managing Director at Piper Sandler since January 2020. He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and has contributed to the firm's operations for four years. His role involves overseeing various aspects of investment banking, particularly focusing on capital markets and financial institutions.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Before joining Piper Sandler, Bentinck held significant positions in several prominent financial institutions. He was Managing Director at Jefferies & Company from 2011 to 2015, where he led FIG Capital Markets and focused on Western US Banks. Prior to that, he worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as Managing Director from 2005 to 2011. His career also includes a role as Senior Vice President at Lehman Brothers from 1997 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Caspar Bentinck has a strong educational background. He attended Eton College from 1987 to 1992, followed by the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from 1993 to 1997. He furthered his education at NYU Stern School of Business, obtaining an MBA in Finance from 2001 to 2003. His academic credentials complement his extensive experience in investment banking.
Background in Financial Institutions Group
Bentinck possesses a deep understanding of the financial institutions group (FIG) sector, having led FIG Capital Markets at Jefferies & Company. His expertise in this area has been pivotal throughout his career, particularly in managing and leading teams in high-stakes financial environments. He has over two decades of experience in investment banking, emphasizing capital markets and financial institutions.
Transition to Piper Sandler
In January 2020, Caspar Bentinck played a key role in the transition of Sandler O'Neill to Piper Sandler. This transition marked a significant change in the firm's structure and operations, leveraging Bentinck's extensive experience in the investment banking sector to facilitate a smooth integration.