Robert Agostinelli, cofounder and chairman of Rhone Group, is a veteran global private equity investor known for cross-border dealmaking and long-term ownership in industrial and services businesses. After an early career in banking and finance, he helped build Rhone into a prominent international investment firm with a focus on complex, global situations and value creation through operational improvement. Agostinelli is also well known for philanthropy and policy engagement, supporting education, democracy initiatives, and transatlantic civic programs while maintaining influence across business and public affairs.

Richard Perry, founder of Perry Capital, was one of Wall Street’s most recognized hedge fund managers, known for event-driven investing and complex special situations across credit and equities. After early success at Goldman Sachs, Perry launched Perry Capital in 1988 and built it into a multibillion-dollar firm with a reputation for aggressive risk-taking and sophisticated arbitrage strategies. At its peak, the fund was a major player in merger arbitrage, distressed debt, and structured credit, navigating both market booms and severe downturns. Though the firm ultimately closed after years of volatility and underperformance, Perry remains a defining figure of the hedge fund era.

Rajiv Jain, founder and chief investment officer of GQG Partners, built one of the fastest-growing global asset managers by applying a disciplined, long-term approach to emerging and developed market equities. After a long tenure at Vontobel, Jain launched GQG in 2016 with a focus on fundamental research, downside protection, and concentrated portfolios. The firm quickly scaled to manage tens of billions of dollars for institutions and wealth clients worldwide, earning a reputation for resilience across volatile market cycles. Jain is known for his independent thinking, conservative risk posture, and consistent performance.

Peter Kellogg, cofounder and CEO of Kellogg Capital Group, is a veteran hedge fund manager known for navigating global markets with a disciplined, risk-aware trading approach. After an early career in derivatives and proprietary trading, Kellogg built his firm around multi-asset strategies spanning equities, credit, commodities, and macro opportunities. Operating with a low public profile, he has maintained longevity in an industry defined by volatility, earning respect for adaptability across market cycles and a focus on capital preservation alongside returns.

Peter Briger Jr., co-CEO of Fortress Investment Group, is one of the most prominent investors in alternative assets, known for turning distressed credit and special situations into durable, large-scale platforms. After an early career at Goldman Sachs, where he became a partner and helped run the firm’s principal investment businesses, Briger joined Fortress in 2002 and helped shape its expansion into credit, real estate, and private equity. Under his leadership, Fortress became a major force in opportunistic investing, managing billions across market cycles through disciplined risk management and a dealmaker’s instinct for dislocation. Briger remains a defining figure in modern credit investing and private capital.

Michael Novogratz, founder and CEO of Galaxy Digital, is one of the most prominent Wall Street figures to fully embrace cryptocurrency, transforming a career in macro trading into leadership of a multibillion-dollar digital asset platform spanning investing, trading, mining, and blockchain infrastructure. A former Fortress Investment Group principal and Goldman Sachs partner, Novogratz brings global‐macro discipline and institutional credibility to the crypto ecosystem, while acting as a vocal advocate for regulatory clarity and the financial future of decentralized networks.

Lloyd Blankfein, former chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, led one of the world’s most powerful financial institutions through a transformative and turbulent era, including the 2008 global financial crisis. Rising from a commodities trader to the top of the firm, Blankfein strengthened Goldman’s global reach across investment banking, trading, and asset management while navigating regulatory shifts and market upheaval. Known for his sharp intellect, resilience, and candid public presence, he became one of Wall Street’s most recognizable figures. Since stepping down, he remains active in finance, policy discussions, and philanthropy, advising companies and contributing to major civic initiatives.

Leon Cooperman, founder of Omega Advisors, is one of Wall Street’s most respected value investors, known for decades of disciplined stock-picking and outspoken market commentary. After a long career at Goldman Sachs, where he led the asset management division, Cooperman launched Omega in 1991 and produced strong returns through concentrated, research-driven investing in equities and credit. Though he has since converted Omega into a family office, he remains active in markets and philanthropy, donating hundreds of millions to education, medical research, and Jewish causes. Cooperman’s blend of candor, conviction, and lifelong commitment to investing has made him a defining figure in the hedge fund era.

Joseph Lubin, cofounder of Ethereum and founder of ConsenSys, is one of the most influential builders in the blockchain ecosystem, helping shape the technological and organizational foundations of Web3. After working in software engineering and finance, Lubin joined Vitalik Buterin in launching Ethereum, the decentralized platform that enabled smart contracts and sparked an entire generation of blockchain innovation. Through ConsenSys, he created a global venture studio and software company responsible for critical infrastructure such as MetaMask and Infura, powering millions of developers and users worldwide. Known for his vision of decentralized networks and digital sovereignty, Lubin remains one of Web3’s most enduring evangelists and architects.

Joseph Bae, co-CEO of KKR, is one of the most powerful private equity leaders of his generation, having played a central role in transforming the firm from a classic buyout shop into a diversified global investment powerhouse. Joining KKR in 1996, he spearheaded the firm’s expansion across Asia—building its offices, teams, and flagship funds—before taking on broader leadership of global private equity, growth, credit, and infrastructure platforms. As co-CEO, Bae oversees hundreds of billions in assets and helps set the strategic direction of one of the world’s most influential alternative asset managers. Known for his global mindset, disciplined dealmaking, and talent-building leadership, he remains a defining voice in the evolution of modern private equity.

José E. Feliciano, cofounder and managing partner of Clearlake Capital, is one of the most influential private equity investors of his generation, helping build Clearlake into a top-tier global firm focused on technology, industrials, and consumer businesses. Since launching the firm in 2006 with Behdad Eghbali, Feliciano has overseen a disciplined strategy combining operational transformation with data-driven value creation, driving assets under management to well over $70 billion. A leader in expanding Latino representation in finance, he is also a major philanthropist through the SUPERB and Somos foundations, supporting education, entrepreneurship, and social mobility. Feliciano’s blend of investment rigor, cultural leadership, and long-horizon thinking has made him a defining force in modern private equity.

John Liew, cofounder of AQR Capital Management, is one of the intellectual architects behind quantitative investing, helping bring academic finance into large-scale asset management. Working alongside Cliff Asness and David Kabiller, Liew transformed ideas rooted in factor research, risk premia, and systematic portfolio construction into a multi-hundred-billion-dollar investment platform serving institutions worldwide. With a PhD from the University of Chicago under Nobel laureates, he has championed evidence-based strategies in equities, alternatives, and global macro, while remaining a leading voice in the dialogue between academia and asset management. Liew’s work has been pivotal in cementing quant finance as a mainstream discipline.

Jeffrey Talpins, founder, CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Element Capital Management, is a leading architect of the “modern macro” hedge fund era. Launching Element in 2005 after distinguished fixed-income roles at Goldman Sachs and Citigroup, Talpins built the firm into a multi-billion-dollar platform famed for its disciplined, systematic global-macro strategies and strong historical performance. Under his leadership, Element returned 21 % annualized since inception and at one point managed over $18 billion in assets. Talpins also channels his success into high-impact philanthropy, including conservation, education, and peace initiatives through the Jeffrey M. Talpins Foundation.

Gregg Hymowitz, founder, chairman, and CEO of EnTrust Global, has built one of the world’s leading alternative investment firms, managing billions across hedge funds, private equity, real assets, and impact investments. With a career spanning decades in finance, Hymowitz launched EnTrust in 1997 and later orchestrated its merger with Permal to expand global reach. Known for his innovative approach to portfolio construction and commitment to ESG strategies, he has positioned EnTrust Global as a trusted partner for institutional investors worldwide.

Greg Mondre, co-CEO of Silver Lake, is one of the most influential investors in technology private equity. Since joining the firm in 1999, he has played a central role in building it into a global powerhouse with over $100 billion in assets under management. Mondre has overseen landmark deals in companies such as Dell Technologies, Skype, and Twitter, cementing his reputation as a shrewd dealmaker with a deep understanding of the tech sector. His leadership continues to shape Silver Lake’s strategy at the forefront of high-growth, innovation-driven investments.

Fred Ehrsam, cofounder of cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, played a pivotal role in bringing digital assets into the financial mainstream. A former Goldman Sachs trader, he launched Coinbase in 2012 with Brian Armstrong, helping it grow into one of the world’s largest crypto platforms. After stepping back from day-to-day operations in 2017, Ehrsam cofounded Paradigm, a leading crypto-focused investment firm backing blockchain startups and decentralized finance projects. Known for his early conviction in Bitcoin and blockchain technology, he remains a prominent voice shaping the future of digital finance.

Edward Scott “Eddie” Lampert is an American billionaire investor and founder of ESL Investments, established in 1988 after stints at Goldman Sachs and backing from Richard Rainwater. He famously orchestrated the merger of Kmart and Sears in 2005 and led Sears Holdings until 2019, after acquiring it via bankruptcy auction through Transformco. His record has been polarizing—praised for contrarian success at AutoZone and AutoNation, yet widely criticized for Sears’ collapse.

Daniel Och is the American billionaire founder of Och‑Ziff Capital Management (rebranded as Sculptor Capital in 2019). A Wharton alumnus and former Goldman Sachs equities trader, he built Och‑Ziff into a major hedge fund managing tens of billions before stepping down in 2019. He now runs Willoughby Capital, a family office investing in tech startups like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Instacart, while leading major philanthropic initiatives. 

Clifford “Cliff” Asness is the co‑founder, Managing Principal & Chief Investment Officer of AQR Capital Management, a quantitative investment firm managing roughly $120 billion in assets. A PhD from the University of Chicago and former Goldman Sachs quant strategist, he popularized factor-based investing and author of influential research on value, momentum, and market efficiency.

J. Christopher “Chris” Flowers is a Harvard‑trained private equity investor and managing director & CEO of J.C. Flowers & Co., the premier global firm specializing in financial‑services investments. A former Goldman Sachs partner, Flowers made his name by steering the Shinsei Bank turnaround and advising AIG and Bank of America during the 2008 financial crisis. His firm has backed marquee deals like OSB, Elephant Insurance, and Jefferson Capital.