Early Life and Education
Stephen Ketchum's career in finance began with a strong academic foundation. He earned a B.A. from New England College, graduating magna cum laude, and later pursued an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. This education provided him with the analytical skills that were instrumental in his success within the investment banking and credit markets.
Rise to Success
Ketchum's career progressed through various prestigious financial institutions. He held a Managing Director position at Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette from 1990 to 2000. Before founding Sound Point, he was Global Head of Media & Telecom Investment and Corporate Banking for Banc of America Securities (“BofA”). Ketchum's experience and expertise in the credit markets, culminated in the founding of Sound Point Capital Management, LP in 2008. With Stone Point Capital providing backing, Sound Point has grown into a leading credit asset management firm with approximately $46 billion in assets under management, specializing in CLOs and structured credit investments.
Key Business Strategies
Ketchum's strategic leadership at Sound Point has been key to its growth. The firm focuses on opportunities within the structured credit space, with a disciplined investment approach designed for institutional clients. His focus on the credit market and strategic investments, particularly in areas like CLOs and leveraged loans, has positioned Sound Point as a respected firm on Wall Street.
Philanthropy
Stephen Ketchum extends his influence beyond the financial sector through various board positions at philanthropic organizations. He is on the Board of Trustees of the New York Police & Fire Widows' & Children's Benefit Fund, City Squash, St. George's School and the Museum of the City of New York.