Behind the Portfolio: Kevin O'Brien, CFA

We believe the best partnerships are built upon strong relationships between people. In order for you to get to know us better, we’ve created a “Meet the Team” blog series.

Meet Kevin O’Brien, Portfolio Manager and Analyst at Prospector Partners. Mr. O'Brien has been a portfolio manager or securities analyst for more than 25 years. His specialty is the financial services sector. 

Who is your favorite band?

The Who

Favorite genre of music?

Rock and roll

What was the best concert you ever attended?

Also, The Who

Favorite sport to play?

Basketball

Who inspires you and why?

My mom. Single parent who raised two kids by herself.

Where is your favorite place that you have visited?

San Sebastian, Spain

If you could visit anywhere in the world, you’ve never been, where would you go?

China

What is the last book you read? What is a book you recommend?

The answer to both questions is Outliers by Malcom Gladwell.

What are you passionate about?

Sports, History, and Travel.

Do you have any secret talents?

Travel planning

What is your favorite family tradition?

Summer vacation!

Outside of work, what is the coolest thing you are working on right now?

Planning a trip to Europe

What is your favorite movie?

Shawshank Redemption

Are you currently watching any TV shows/series?

Ozarks

Who would you most like to swap places with for a day?

Tom Brady

Listen To Our Interviews

Kevin O’Brien on Investing Against the Grain

At the core of our investment philosophy is a contrarian approach. When we uncover a business we believe in, we lean in fully—especially when the Street wants nothing to do with it. That disconnect is where opportunity thrives.

In this interview originally recorded in 2020, Partner and Portfolio Manager Kevin O’Brien discusses how he and his team put this investment philosophy into practice.

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