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David Kochanek is the Publisher of JobSearchDigest.com and its related services for Hedge Fund Jobs, Private Equity Jobs and Investment Banking Jobs.
Mr. Kochanek leads the Job Search Digest team to create a one-of-a-kind investment career website. JobSearchDigest.com serves a large group of members by providing a human-edited investment jobs database for Private Equity, Hedge Fund and Investment Banking professionals. Job Search Digest has created industry specific compensation reports and niche career resources to make an investment job hunt more effective. Mr. Kochanek brings 20 years of professional experience including project management with a top 10 consulting firm, executive recruiting, website design and company turnarounds.
Since 2002, Job Search Digest has provided web-based career services catering to investment professionals. JobSearchDigest.com serves its members by providing a human-edited investment jobs database for Private Equity, Hedge Fund and Investment Banking professionals. Its database provides the best picture of hiring in the industries in which it covers. The company provides unmatched convenience to its members, saving them time and providing the most comprehensive database of private equity, investment banking and hedge fund jobs. The privately held company is headquartered in San Diego, CA.
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Small hedge funds outperform the market, bonus levels rebound, and hiring reflects industry changes.
SAN DIEGO, CA, January 3, 2013 — The 2013 Hedge Fund Compensation Report revealed that hedge fund players expected increases in both base salary and year-end bonuses. The average reported cash compensation for 2012 was $314,000 and, again this year, bonuses played a big role in the paychecks of these professionals. The annual industry report is based on data collected directly from hundreds of hedge fund managers and employees. Read more on Hedge Fund Compensation
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The New Normal in Private Equity Means Increased Competition for Talent and Higher Cash Compensation.
SAN DIEGO, CA, January 2, 2013 — The sixth annual Private Equity and Venture Capital report released today by PrivateEquityCompensation.com indicates the private equity and venture capital markets are continuing to enjoy increases in compensation and that the trend that will extend into 2013. Read more on Private Equity Compensation
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As hedge fund performance stalls and bonuses drop, job security concerns increase
SAN DIEGO, CA, January 10, 2012 — The 2012 Hedge Fund Compensation Report revealed that hedge fund managers anticipated an increase in base salary but a shortfall in year-end bonuses. The average reported cash compensation for 2011 was $311,000, just slightly higher than last year’s compensation. The annual industry report is based on data collected directly from hundreds of hedge fund managers and employees. Last year 45 percent of hedge fund professionals reported double digit positive returns for their fund. This year that number dropped to only 16 percent. The number expecting their funds to be down 10 percent or less went from 3 percent to 22 percent. Only 4 percent expect their funds’ performance to sink by double digits. Read more on Hedge Fund Compensation
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Both Base Salaries and Bonuses are Up Again this Year Despite Some Job Security Concerns
SAN DIEGO, CA, December 19, 2011 — A report released today by PrivateEquityCompensation.com indicates the private equity and venture capital markets are continuing to enjoy increases in compensation and that the trend that will extend into 2012. Private equity professionals reported a solid increase in total earnings over the previous year, with the average cash earnings coming in at $248,000 USD, coming in the form of both increased base salaries and bonuses. The average expected increase was 6 percent and, again this year, more than 40 percent of professionals expected double digit increases over last year. Read more on Private Equity Compensation Trends
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As the economy slowly turns the corner, the hedge fund industry charges ahead with bonuses driving double-digit hedge fund compensation gains
San Diego, CA, January 12, 2011 — The latest report on Hedge Fund Compensation revealed that hedge fund managers anticipate a 10 percent increase in total annual compensation, fueled by expectations of big year-end bonuses. Although the broader economy is recovering at a much slower rate, the hedge fund industry roared back in 2010 and 53 percent expect a raise in total compensation. Read more on Hedge Fund Compensation
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2011 Private Equity Compensation Report Reveals Significant Bonus Increases and the Trend is Expected to Continue.
SAN DIEGO, CA, December 15, 2010 — A report released by PrivateEquityCompensation.com signals improvement in the private equity and venture capital markets and an upward compensation trend that will likely continue. Private equity professionals reported a solid increase in total earnings over the previous year, with the average cash earnings coming in at $230,000 USD. As 2010 wraps up, 45 percent expected double-digit increases over last year. Read more on Private Equity Compensation Report
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2010 Report Shows Big Differences in How Small and Large Funds Approach Compensation.
SAN DIEGO, CA, January 14, 2010 — A report released by JobSearchDigest.com, publishers of Private Equity Jobs Digest, reveals that private equity and venture capital firms take very different approaches to compensation based on the size of their funds. The report indicates that professionals in private equity jobs, continue to receive lucrative compensation, with the average cash earnings coming in at $208,000 USD — down from last year’s reported average. But the averages do not tell the whole story. Read more on Private Equity Compensation Report
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In the midst of financial industry compensation reform efforts, report shows that 46 percent of hedge fund employees will see their pay increase again this year.
SAN DIEGO, CA — December 11, 2009. A report published by Job Search Digest, publishers of Hedge Fund Jobs Digest, revealed a disconnect between fund performance and hedge fund compensation. The third annual industry survey of hundreds of hedge fund managers and employees, in mostly privately held firms, showed that bonuses continue to rise despite 45 percent of respondents reporting fund losses. Read more on Hedge Fund Compensation Disconnect
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The Beginners Guide to Private Equity Jobs provides an essential resource to help early career professionals navigate their private equity job search.
SAN DIEGO, CA — Nov 18, 2009. Job Search Digest, a web-based career service company that provides listings of investment jobs in niche markets, has published “The Beginner’s Guide to Private Equity Jobs.” The educational guide gives an overview of the private equity jobs search process, what skills are required, typical responsibilities, and gives a step-by-step guide on how to approach the job hunt for private equity careers.
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Private equity and venture capital are not immune from financial market woes. Job security concerns are widespread due to difficulties in raising future rounds of capital.
SAN DIEGO, CA — Jan 21, 2009. The 2008 report suggests the current fund raising environment is driving concerns about job security for private equity and venture capital insiders. A report released by www.JobSearchDigest.com, publishers of Private Equity Jobs Digest, today revealed that private equity and venture capital are not immune from financial market woes. Job security concerns are widespread due to difficulties in raising future rounds of capital. Read more on Private Equity Compensation Report
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2008 Survey results suggest hedge fund employees saw writing on the wall with a 68 percent increase in satisfaction despite a small increase in compensation
SAN DIEGO, CA — December 3, 2008. A survey conducted by Job Search Digest, publishers of Hedge Fund Jobs Digest, today revealed a shift in the hedge fund industry. Given the current state of the market, the results tell an interesting story and show that key players in hedge fund careers knew trouble was on the horizon earlier this year. Read more on Hedge Fund Compensation Report
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Findings Suggests Firms Are at Risk of Losing the Talent War
SAN DIEGO, CA — December 5, 2007. A survey conducted by JobSearchDigest.com focusing on the private equity and venture capital job market, revealed key insights into compensation and personal life balance. Designed to help private equity and venture capital players better manage their careers and aid fund managers in differentiating their firms, the survey revealed that experienced, well-paid industry players are not satisfied with what their firm is currently providing. Read more on Private Equity Talent War
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Survey Results Suggest High Expectations and Turnover
SAN DIEGO, CA — October 31, 2007. A survey conducted by Job Search Digest, a job search website focused on the Hedge Fund industry, revealed some insights into the world of hedge fund compensation. Significant bonuses and high turnover, the survey suggests, extends to workers on both sides of the Atlantic, including London. Read more on Hedge Fund Turnover
