Karen Finerman

Karen Finerman is a seasoned finance professional and the CEO and Co-Founder of Metropolitan Capital Advisors since 1992, where Karen established one of the early hedge funds in a predominantly male-dominated industry. As a prominent panelist on CNBC's "Fast Money" since 2007, Karen provides long-term investment insights amidst market discussions and has gained visibility that leads to frequent speaking engagements across various media platforms. Additionally, Karen has held pivotal leadership roles, such as Board Leader at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, where expertise in corporate governance and shareholder relations is applied. Early career experiences include roles at Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette as a Lead Researcher and at First City Capital as a Trader, further enhancing their comprehensive understanding of market dynamics. Karen holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from The Wharton School.