Ankur Keswani Enhances SEDA Experts with Extensive Financial Expertise
SEDA Experts LLC, an esteemed firm in the realm of financial expert witness services, has announced a significant addition to its team. Ankur Keswani, recognized for her extensive expertise in high-yield and distressed credit, bankruptcy, and restructuring, has joined the firm as Managing Director.
Valuable Insights from a Seasoned Professional
Ankur Keswani's wealth of experience in handling intricate financial situations is expected to provide immense value to SEDA Experts' clients navigating disputes and litigation. Sergio Godinho, the Managing Partner of SEDA Experts, expressed enthusiasm about her joining, noting, "Ankur brings extensive experience in dealing with critical situations. Her knowledge and experience will be invaluable to our clients in dispute and litigation contexts." This highlights the team's commitment to offering exceptional service backed by proficient expertise.
A Distinguished Career Path
Before joining SEDA Experts, Ankur served as the Head of Corporate Credit at Serengeti Asset Management. In this role, she displayed remarkable talent as a credit investor and portfolio manager over more than twenty years. Her forte encompasses various aspects of high-yield and distressed credit, alongside special situations and post-bankruptcy equity investing. Ankur's proficiency embraces crucial areas such as risk management, portfolio management, credit research, and corporate valuation. Each facet of her career has uniquely positioned her to contribute significantly to SEDA Experts.
Leadership at Kennedy Lewis Capital Company
Currently, Ms. Keswani holds an esteemed position on the Board of Directors of Kennedy Lewis Capital Company (KLCC), a publicly listed business development company. Here, she focuses on senior secured lending to middle-market companies in the U.S. Ankur plays an important advisory role, contributing to the Audit Committee and the Nominating and Governance Committee. Her insights on credit markets and risk oversight are particularly valuable to the board.
Impressive Achievements in Credit Investment
From 2012 to 2020, Ankur surpassed expectations as the Head of Corporate Credit at Serengeti Asset Management, successfully managing assets exceeding $1 billion. Her strategic leadership within stressed and distressed credit markets, as well as in post-bankruptcy equities, was paramount. Ankur's active participation on both the Investment Committee and Risk Committee allowed her to spearhead numerous restructurings and liquidations, driving the performance of Serengeti’s corporate credit portfolio significantly beyond the market's troubled benchmarks.
A Solid Foundation at Goldman Sachs
Before her tenure at Serengeti, Ms. Keswani carved out a notable career at Goldman Sachs, where she served in various senior capacities for eight years. Her roles spanned trading and research, specifically as a Vice President in High Yield and Distressed Trading from 2004 to 2007. There, she expertly managed market-making in bonds and credit default swaps for diverse sectors such as healthcare, telecom, and chemicals. She also earned notoriety on Goldman’s High Yield and Distressed Research team, achieving accolades for her performance in leading the healthcare vertical.
Recognized for Industry Contributions
In 2017, Ms. Keswani's proficiency garnered recognition as one of The Hedge Fund Journal’s Top 50 Women in Hedge Funds, a testament to her impact in the finance sector. Ankur holds a B.A. with Honors in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Oxford, a strong educational foundation that shapes her insightful analyses.
Involvement in Nonprofit Boards
Beyond her financial expertise, Ankur is actively involved in nonprofit endeavors, participating on various boards such as West Side Montessori School, WomanKind, and the American Friends of St. Hilda’s College, University of Oxford. This engagement reflects her dedication to community service alongside her professional pursuits.
About SEDA Experts LLC
SEDA Experts LLC stands out as a premier expert witness firm specializing in financial services. The firm is dedicated to supporting international law firms by providing unparalleled expertise within the financial industry. By leveraging insight from influential leaders, SEDA offers independent advice, advanced data analytics, valuations, and elite expert reports to law firms, regulators, and top financial institutions, solidifying its presence as an industry leader.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ankur Keswani?
Ankur Keswani is a seasoned financial expert with extensive experience in high-yield and distressed credit, bankruptcy, and restructuring. She recently joined SEDA Experts as Managing Director.
What role does Ankur Keswani have at SEDA Experts?
She serves as the Managing Director, where she utilizes her financial acumen to provide expert witness services to clients in dispute and litigation contexts.
What previous positions has Ankur Keswani held?
Prior to SEDA Experts, she was the Head of Corporate Credit at Serengeti Asset Management and held senior positions at Goldman Sachs.
What are some of Ankur Keswani's notable achievements?
Ankur has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Hedge Funds and successfully managed over $1 billion in distressed credit assets at Serengeti.
What does SEDA Experts LLC specialize in?
SEDA Experts LLC specializes in expert witness services related to financial markets, offering expertise in analytics, valuations, and expert testimony to law firms and regulators.
