Darin Kochanski

About Darin Kochanski

With over 20 years in institutional asset management, I bring a unique blend of quantitative insight, operational rigor, and relationship-driven leadership. My experience spans multi-strategy hedge funds, global asset managers, and high-touch client engagement—delivering performance reporting, alpha attribution, and ESG integration across portfolios totaling $160B+ AUM.I thrive at the intersection of data and dialogue: translating complex investment strategies into clear, actionable communication for institutional investors, consultants, and high-net-worth clients. From managing cross-functional global teams of over 12 direct reports to leading due diligence and reporting initiatives, I’ve built a reputation for precision, transparency, and strategic follow-through.Core Competencies- Alpha Attribution & Systematic Trading- ESG Integration & UN PRI Alignment- Derivatives, FX, Futures, Private Equity- Performance Reporting & Attribution Analysis- Consultant Databases & Institutional RFPs- Cross-Functional Team Leadership- FactSet, Bloomberg, Tableau, Advent Geneva, Charles RiverCareer Highlights- VP of Client Relations at Crabel Capital Management ($5B AUM)- Senior Reporting Manager at Artisan Partners ($163B AUM)- Contributor to $6B in new assets via RFP strategy at Wells Capital Management- U.S. Air Force Honor Graduate with global military logistics experienceI’m passionate about operational excellence, and building authentic relationships that drive long-term impact. Let’s connect if you’re exploring strategic talent for investor relations, reporting, or investment management initiatives.

Experience

1. Client Service Manager

   Baird

   Dec 2025 — Present · Milwaukee, WI, US

Education

• University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Marketing, Finance

  1999 — 2003