Brian Kelly
Brian Kelly is the Founder and CEO of BKCM LLC, a leading global investment management firm specializing in digital assets and blockchain technology. As the Portfolio Manager for the BKCM Digital Asset Fund and the REX BKCM Blockchain ETF, he focuses on institutional-grade cryptocurrency and blockchain investments. Kelly is also widely recognized as CNBC’s in-house digital currency expert, appearing regularly on shows such as Fast Money and Halftime Report, where he provides expert insights on Bitcoin, blockchain, and global macro trends. With over 25 years of experience across currencies, commodities, equities, and fixed income markets, Kelly is an accomplished investor, author, and financial market strategist. His career has been defined by a deep understanding of multi-asset trading, cross-border investments, and risk arbitrage. He is also the author of the influential book The Bitcoin Big Bang: How Alternative Currencies Are About to Change the World, which explores the transformative potential of cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance.
Brian Kelly Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Academic History
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M.B.A., Finance and Econometrics
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B.S., Finance
CURRENT AFFILIATIONS
Advisory Board, University of Vermont’s School of Business
MARKET EXPERTISE
Brian Kelly is a globally recognized investment strategist, financial markets expert, and digital currency pioneer.
As a prominent figure in the financial world, he is known for his deep expertise in macroeconomics, global market analysis, and cryptocurrency investments.
Kelly has been an active investor in the digital asset and blockchain markets since 2012, making him one of the early institutional advocates for Bitcoin and decentralized finance (DeFi).
His work bridges traditional finance with the rapidly evolving digital economy, helping investors navigate opportunities across global macro and crypto markets.
EARLY CAREER
Before founding BKCM LLC, Kelly co-founded and served as Managing Partner at Shelter Harbor Capital LLC, where he managed the Shelter Harbor Capital Global Macro Hedge Fund, focusing on cross-asset strategies and global macroeconomic trends.
He was also the Co-Founder and President of MKM Partners, a leading brokerage firm serving institutional investors.
In addition, Kelly has held advisory and board positions with major blockchain and financial institutions, including tZERO, The CME Bitcoin Futures Board, and the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance, reflecting his long-standing influence in both traditional finance and the crypto ecosystem.
MEDIA PRESENCE
Brian Kelly is a trusted media commentator and thought leader in financial news and digital assets.
He is a regular contributor on CNBC, appearing on shows such as Fast Money, Halftime Report, Money in Motion, The Kudlow Report, and Trading the Globe, where he provides expert insights on cryptocurrency markets, macroeconomic policy, and investment strategies.
Beyond television, Kelly’s analysis reaches a global audience through his social media presence, with over 90,000 followers on Twitter and features in major outlets such as Yahoo! Finance, Cointelegraph, and MoneyShow.
His ability to simplify complex financial topics has made him a go-to authority for investors, institutions, and media alike.