Norma Kuntz

Chief Executive Officer

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Professional Overview
Norma Kuntz is a seasoned financial executive with over 20 years of experience in the investment management and private equity sectors. As the Chief Executive Officer of Gordon Brothers, she leverages her extensive expertise in emerging markets, valuation, and portfolio management to drive strategic growth and operational excellence.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Executive Officer of Gordon Brothers, Norma is responsible for providing visionary leadership and overseeing the firm's global operations. She is focused on expanding the company's presence in new markets, enhancing its service offerings, and fostering a culture of innovation and client-centricity. Under her guidance, Gordon Brothers has experienced a significant increase in assets under management and solidified its reputation as a trusted partner for complex financial transactions.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Gordon Brothers, Norma held various leadership roles at The Carlyle Group, where she served as the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Emerging Markets Fund and as a Partner. In this capacity, she was instrumental in the fund's expansion into new geographies, the successful deployment of capital, and the achievement of robust investment returns. Before The Carlyle Group, Norma was a Principal at Ares Management and the Chief Valuation Officer at Allied Capital, where she honed her expertise in financial reporting, asset valuation, and risk management.

Academic Background
Norma holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she graduated with distinction. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Areas of Expertise

• Private equity and alternative investments

• Emerging markets portfolio management

• Financial reporting and valuation

• Strategic planning and operational optimization

• Mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring

• Building high-performing teams and driving organizational transformation

Professional Impact
During her tenure at The Carlyle Group, Norma was instrumental in the expansion of the firm's Emerging Markets Fund, which grew to over $8 billion in assets under management. She successfully led the fund's entry into new markets, such as Southeast Asia and Latin America, and implemented robust risk management and investment processes that delivered consistent, above-market returns for the firm's clients.

At Allied Capital, Norma played a pivotal role in the company's successful turnaround, implementing enhanced financial reporting and valuation practices that strengthened the firm's balance sheet and regulatory compliance. Her contributions were recognized through her promotion to Chief Valuation Officer, where she played a key role in the company's acquisition by Ares Management.

Conclusion
Norma Kuntz is a seasoned financial executive with a proven track record of driving growth, operational excellence, and industry-leading performance. As the Chief Executive Officer of Gordon Brothers, she is poised to leverage her deep expertise and strategic vision to further enhance the firm's position as a premier provider of investment and advisory services.