Ryan Israel

Ryan Israel

Ryan Israel (#3200)

  • $ 1 B
  • Hedge funds
  • United States
  • M
  • 41 Years

About Me

Ryan Israel is the chief investment officer of Pershing Square Capital Management, the hedge fund founded by Bill Ackman in 2004. Pershing Square has $16 billion in assets under management and was valued at $10.5 billion when outside investors bought 10% of the firm in June 2024. A University of Pennsylvania graduate, Israel joined Pershing Square early in his career in 2009 following two years in investment banking at Goldman Sachs. Ackman named Israel his CIO and eventual successor in 2022.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Ryan Israel’s rise and global influence.

  • #3185   Billionaires (2026)
  •   30 Under 30 - Finance (2015)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Ryan Israel’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $1.1B (May 4, 2026)