Karen Finerman
Karen Finerman is the Co-Founder and CEO of Metropolitan Capital Advisors, a New York-based hedge fund. She is also a well-known TV personality and has been a Panelist on CNBC’s Fast Money since 2007, where she offers actionable, on-air insights as part of a roundtable of top Wall Street traders. Finerman has long been a champion for women on Wall Street and has spent decades navigating high-stakes financial landscapes and championing gender equity in finance. She is also a philanthropist committed to various causes including Parkinson’s research and women’s financial empowerment. She is the author of the New York Times best-selling book, Finerman’s Rules.
Karen Finerman Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Panelist, Fast Money
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Co-Founder and CEO
Academic History
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B.S., Finance
Finerman is one of the original panelists on CNBC's Fast Money since it premiered in 2007.
She is known for her candid insights on CNBC, where she blends sharp analytical skills with a passion for demystifying finance for a wider audience.
She discusses important topics of the day such as market activity, economic news, and political events and their effect on corporations and shareholders.
EARLY CAREER
Finerman began her career as a Trader at First City Capital, a risk arbitrage fund.
She later joined Donaldson, Lufkin and Jenrette where she became Lead Research Analyst for the Risk Arbitrage department.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Board of Advisors, Wharton School
Board Member, Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
Trustee, Montefiore Medical Center
MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS
Finerman is a prominent figure in the financial world and an established investor and financial commentator.
She frequently shares her expertise through The Wall Street Journal, NPR, NBC News, and other national outlets.
She also serves as host of the podcast How She Does It, and co-host of HerMoney’s InvestingFixx club for women.