Team

Aaron Bower, CFA
Portfolio Manager, Director
Aaron is responsible for generating investment ideas, research analysis, risk management, and portfolio analytics. Prior to Blackcrane, Aaron was an Investment Analyst and partner of Mastholm Asset Management, LLC. Aaron graduated cum laude from the University of Washington, receiving a Bachelor of Arts with distinction in Business Administration and concentration in Finance.

Kevin Lin, CFA, FRM
Director of Research, Investment Analyst
Kevin is responsible for generating investment ideas, research analysis, portfolio analytics, and managing the research team. Kevin has held multiple research positions in the investment industry, including Sansome Partners, UBS Global Asset Management, and Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Kevin graduated with honors from Columbia University, receiving a Master of Business Administration in the Value Investing Program, as well as Stanford University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Kevin joined Blackcrane in May 2016.

Victor S. Lee
Investment Analyst
Victor is responsible for monitoring the portfolio and supporting the investment team at Blackcrane. He previously worked as an Investment Associate at HI Asset Management, an investment company managing fund of funds and direct investments. He also has experience as an Investment Manager working for RG Asset Management, a commodity focused asset management firm. Victor received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and a Master of Public Administration from Cornell University. Victor joined Blackcrane September 2012.