Eric J. Welt

Eric Welt, CFA, is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in client relations and business development. Currently serving as Managing Director, Consultant & Client Relations, and Client Portfolio Specialist at Mesirow since March 2013, Welt previously held the position of Managing Director, Head of Business Development & Client Relationship Management at Fiduciary Management Associates until its acquisition by Mesirow in 2016. With a background that includes roles at Calamos Investments as VP, Senior Client Relationship Manager, and at Security Benefit as Principal, Director of Consultant Relations, Welt has effectively managed significant institutional client relationships and driven business development strategies. Earlier experience includes serving as Director, Senior Research Analyst at Bear Stearns & Co., Inc., and as MACS Program Manager at Prudential Securities. Welt holds a B.A. in Computer Science from Tufts University and an MBA in Finance & Marketing from NYU Stern School of Business.