- Assets under management for Catalyst Capital Advisors have surpassed $12 billion as of March 2025.
- Catalyst Capital Advisors has appointed Robert Gallant as Executive Director of Institutional Relations and Bryan Kitchner as Vice President, Portfolio Strategist.
- Both Gallant and Kitchner bring significant experience from major financial institutions to their new roles.
Catalyst Capital Advisors, a leader in the provision of alternative and innovative investment solutions, has announced the hiring of two key professionals as the firm's assets under management (AUM) have surpassed $12 billion as of March 31, 2025. Robert Gallant, CFA, CAIA, takes on the role of Executive Director of Institutional Relations, while Bryan Kitchner, CFA, CAIA, joins as Vice President, Portfolio Strategist. These appointments are part of Catalyst's strategy to enhance its institutional relations and portfolio strategy capabilities.
Robert Gallant will manage the firm's institutional business and sales efforts with private banks and other firms. His extensive background includes roles at PGIM Investments, Northern Trust, J.P. Morgan, and BMO Capital Markets. Gallant commented on his new role, stating, "I look forward to educating institutional investors and advisors about Catalyst's diverse and innovative suite of non-traditional products, which aim to provide uncorrelated return streams and enhance client portfolios."
Bryan Kitchner, previously a Senior Investment Strategist at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and with experience at Bank of America and The Segal Group, will focus on educational services for financial advisors about alternative investments. He noted, "I am excited to join Catalyst and share with financial advisors the importance of diversification, especially during volatile times, using data-driven analysis to illustrate the potential benefits of alternatives in client portfolios."
Catalyst CEO Jerry Szilagyi expressed enthusiasm about the new hires, reinforcing the firm's commitment to educating financial advisors and clients on portfolio diversification through innovative strategies. This strategic hiring move aligns with Catalyst's mission to support the financial community with non-traditional investment strategies. For more information about Catalyst Capital Advisors' offerings, interested parties are encouraged to visit their official websites.
