Hurricane Capital Appoints Kevin Keyes as Strategic Advisor and Special Advisor to CEO

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hurricane Capital, a rapidly growing multi-strategy investment firm, today announced the appointment of Kevin Keyes as Strategic Advisor and Special Advisor to CEO, Chris Napoli. The addition of Mr. Keyes reflects Hurricane Capital’s commitment to strengthening its leadership resources as the firm continues to expand its expertise in alternative asset management. Hurricane Capital was founded by Napoli alongside Adam Wolfberg and currently manages approximately $1.5 billion.

Mr. Keyes is a seasoned executive with decades of experience in financial services, corporate advisory in a broad range of industry sectors, and real estate investments. He will advise the CEO and executive team on strategic initiatives, capital formation, and institutional partnerships. His experience across global capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and operational leadership is expected to support the firm’s growth initiatives, including expansion into new markets including offices in Miami, London, and Tokyo.

⁠“Kevin’s track record of building and scaling investment platforms is truly unique,” said Chris Napoli, CEO and Co-CIO of Hurricane Capital. “His guidance will be instrumental as we continue to grow our portfolio manager network and deliver customized solutions to our investors and client base.”

Mr. Keyes previously served as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President of Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NYSE: NLY), one of the largest publicly traded mortgage Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). During his tenure from 2015 to 2020, Annaly reported a total shareholder return of approximately 75% and grew its capital base by more than 50%. Also, throughout this period, the company distributed more than $5.5 billion in common dividends to shareholders.¹

“Hurricane Capital is designed to offer the next generation of asset management focused on delivering best-in-class systems, a global presence, and a unique platform of investment professionals—thereby creating a new class of high-performing, lower-fee investment products,” said Kevin Keyes. “I’m excited to support Chris Napoli and the team as they build a truly differentiated firm,” he added.

Prior to Annaly, Keyes spent 20 years in senior investment banking, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, as well as leadership roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Credit Suisse First Boston, and Morgan Stanley Dean Witter. During this time he advised hundreds of clients across industries including technology, healthcare, industrials, and financial services. His client roster includes S&P 500 leaders such as Salesforce, Nasdaq, MetLife, and CME Group and many others of smaller market capitalization.

Beyond finance, Keyes is a Managing Partner of Play Like a Champion Capital and Golden Dome Partners, Co-Owner of Mirror Wine Company, and serves on the boards of KSM Industries and the Rock and Roll Forever Foundation. He is also deeply involved with the University of Notre Dame, where he earned dual degrees in Economics and Business Administration and competed as a varsity tennis player.

About Hurricane Capital

Hurricane Capital is a multi-strategy investment firm focused on delivering customized, diversified solutions to institutional investors worldwide. Founded by Chris Napoli, Adam Wolfberg, and Matt DeSalvo, the firm partners with experienced portfolio managers to develop innovative strategies across asset classes.

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¹ Past performance is not indicative of future results.