Kenneth M. Jacobs

Biography

Kenneth M. Jacobs is the chairman and chief executive officer of Lazard since November 16, 2009.[1] Jacobs joined Lazard in 1988.[2] Jacobs was named a Lazard Partner in 1991, and in 2002 he was named Deputy Chairman and Head of North America for Lazard.[3][4] In this role, he focused on enhancing the firm's business by entering into new markets and adding new practices, such as restructuring, strategic capital structure advice, and private fund advisory. He also focused on bringing in new staff specializing in energy, technology and healthcare.

Research Interest

Jacobs has also expanded Lazard’s financial advisory business through an acquisition in the US Middle Market, which is now called Lazard Middle Market.[2]