Kate Thorneloe

Kate Thorneloe is a seasoned Talent Acquisition Executive with a wealth of experience in the financial services industry. Currently, she holds a pivotal role at Bank of America, focusing on acquiring top talent for Global Corporate & Investment Banking and Global Markets.

Before joining Bank of America, Kate spearheaded global recruiting efforts at Ares Management, a leading $147B alternative asset manager, overseeing recruitment strategies across various business verticals including Credit, Real Estate, and Private Equity.

Prior to her tenure at Ares Management, Kate played a vital role at BNY Mellon as the Head of Executive Search, collaborating closely with the Executive Committee to drive strategic talent acquisitions and internal advancements.

Kate's career transitioned to corporate recruitment in 2015 following a successful stint as an executive search consultant at prestigious firms like Heidrick & Struggles and CT Partners, specializing in senior placements within investment banking, leveraged finance, PE, and risk management sectors.

Kate's early career showcased her expertise at the intersection of capital markets and sustainability, with significant roles at Citigroup evaluating investments in emerging markets, and managing environmental grant portfolios at well-known foundations like Hewlett and Robertson.

Education wise, Kate earned her MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management in 2007 and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia, setting a strong academic foundation for her professional journey.