Star Mountain Capital Adds Veteran Strategist from QIA and CPP Investments
Event summary
- Donald Raymond, former Chief Investment Strategist at QIA and CPP Investments, joins Star Mountain Capital as Senior Advisor.
- Star Mountain Capital manages approximately $4.5 billion in AUM as of January 31, 2026.
- Raymond brings over 30 years of global investment experience across public and private markets.
- Raymond previously helped architect CPP Investments’ Total Portfolio Approach and contributed to the UNPRI.
The big picture
Star Mountain Capital’s hire of Donald Raymond underscores a strategic push to bolster its investment and portfolio construction capabilities. With a focus on the lower middle-market, the firm aims to differentiate itself in a competitive landscape by leveraging Raymond’s extensive experience at top global asset owners. This move comes as institutional investors increasingly seek specialized, data-driven investment solutions, particularly in private markets.
What we're watching
- Strategic Alignment
- How Raymond’s expertise in portfolio construction will influence Star Mountain’s lower middle-market focus.
- Thought Leadership
- Whether Raymond’s research-driven approach will enhance Star Mountain’s institutional governance and thought leadership.
- Investment Growth
- The pace at which Star Mountain can leverage Raymond’s experience to attract more public and private pensions, insurance companies, and other large investors.