Kenny Hope

Chief Investment Officer

Kenny Hope is partner ad Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at Kestrel Capital with over 20 years experience in financial services. 

Kenny Hope is the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at Kestrel Capital. In this role, he identifies key global market trends, offers strategic insights and solutions. Kenny helps identify suitable investments and portfolio strategies for investors across a broad spectrum of asset classes.


Kenny has worked in the wealth management business for over 20 years. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2000 and was part for the Global Wealth Management Group until 2014. He joined Julius Baer post the acquisition of Merrill Lynch’s International Wealth Management business.


Kenny graduated with a BA in Economics from University College Dublin (UCD) with First Class Honours and a Masters in Economic Science from UCD. He received scholarships from the college at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
He is a member of the Institute of Bankers, holds the Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA) diploma and is a member of the CFA Society of Ireland.