Adam Hitchcock

Adam Hitchcock is a prominent figure in finance and politics, currently serving as a Partner at Kaya Partners, an advisory firm that specializes in the energy transition and climate finance.14 He has a diverse background that includes significant roles in both the private and public sectors.

Professional Background

• Current Roles:

  • Partner at Kaya Partners since January 2022.
  • Owner of Great Lakes Global Holdings, a holding company focused on developing professional services firms and specialty finance companies.14

• Previous Experience:

  • Managing Director at Guggenheim Partners from August 2011 to December 2017, where he reported directly to the executive chairman.14
  • Served in the Obama administration, including positions in the Office of the Chief of Staff and the Council of Economic Advisers from August 2010 to July 2011. He was also involved in the Obama-Biden Transition Project and worked on the Obama 2008 presidential campaign.123

Education

Adam Hitchcock holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Indiana University Bloomington and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from DePaul University College of Law.14

Community Involvement

Hitchcock is active in various community and advisory roles:

• Member of the Dean's Council at Indiana University's Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies.
• Board member with Business Forward and involved with non-profit organizations like Urban Initiatives and A Better Chicago.13

Recognition

He has been recognized as one of Crain's Chicago Business' "40 Under 40" in 2013 and received the "Emerging Leader" award from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs in 2016.4

Adam Hitchcock's blend of experience in investment, advisory roles, and public service positions him as a significant contributor to discussions on climate finance and energy transition strategies.