
New York – Evan Katz, the acclaimed hedge fund specialist and CEO of Benoni Capital, Inc., recently served as an expert keynote guest lecturer at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Wharton is one of his two alma matres, alongside Harvard University.
New York City, New York Sep 22, 2025 – Evan Katz, CEO of Benoni Capital, Delivered Keynote Lecture at Wharton
Mr. Katz, an award-winning hedge fund authority and CEO of Benoni Capital, Inc., recently presented as an expert keynote guest lecturer at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, which is one of his two alma matres, the other being Harvard University.
During his 1.5-hour keynote lecture at Wharton, Mr. Katz addressed topics including hedge funds, the current state of the alternative investment industry, optimal practices for managers, and practical strategies for effectively securing significant institutional and family office capital. His presentation particularly focused on how both established and emerging hedge fund managers can successfully expand their operations and substantially boost their investor base and assets under management (AUM).
Recognized as one of the hedge fund industry’s most esteemed fundraisers and advisors, Mr. Katz has dedicated more than two decades to Wall Street. During this time, he has successfully steered funds and managers through capital-raising initiatives and investor relations strategies, earning numerous industry accolades and awards. He is globally acknowledged for his skill in linking funds with premier institutional investors and major family offices, as well as for his insightful leadership in private capital markets.
Presentation & Video Access
Mr. Katz’s extensive 51-slide Wharton hedge fund presentation, tailored for professionals new to the industry, can be downloaded at . Additionally, his complete keynote lecture is accessible for viewing on the Benoni Capital YouTube channel, , via this direct link: .
Comment from Evan Katz
“Over my more than 20 years working on Wall Street and in hedge fund fundraising, I have benefited greatly from the many colleagues who have shared their experience and knowledge with me, especially when I was just starting out,” stated Mr. Katz. “And I therefore always strive to pay that forward, by my mentoring and teaching the next generation of hedge fund industry leaders. In this regard, and in addition to guiding and teaching my colleagues at Benoni Capital, I also have had the honor of being an expert guest lecturer at more than a dozen leading universities and top MBA programs, including Boston College, Columbia, Montclair State, NYU, Quinnipiac, Seton Hall, University of Denver, USC, and both of my two almae matres, Harvard and Wharton.”
About Evan Katz
Evan Katz is the Founder and CEO of Benoni Capital, Inc., a Manhattan-based firm focused on capital raising and strategic marketing for hedge funds and private equity. Consistently acknowledged as a leader and highly effective fundraiser within the hedge fund sector, Mr. Katz has garnered numerous nominations for best capital raiser. He is also a sought-after expert speaker on hedge funds, alternative investments, and fundraising. An alumnus of both Harvard University and Wharton, he frequently lectures at leading business schools and MBA programs, and is widely respected for his proficiency in connecting hedge funds with institutional and family office capital.
About Benoni Capital
Benoni Capital, Inc. stands as a premier advisory and fundraising firm committed to assisting hedge funds, private equity funds, and other alternative investment managers in successfully expanding their funds, AUM, and investor base. Operating from its Manhattan headquarters, the firm delivers strategic solutions in capital raising, marketing, and investor relations to managers globally.
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