
David Rentschler
Research Director / Partner
Dave was a pioneering member of The Huff Companies where he held a key executive role in the development and implementation of new investment approaches to expand opportunities, supporting company growth from $500MM to $20B in AUM and contributing to the firm's unique reputation for rigorous research and aggressive strategies. He started as a research analyst covering the TMT, energy, chemicals, healthcare, cable, paper & forest products and minerals & mining industries. Dave also served as a Partner and Research Director for the Huff Alternative Fund where he focused on distressed debt and private equity. He worked closely with portfolio companies additionally serving them in roles ranging from acting CEO to a member of several boards. During his 16-year tenure with Huff, he trained, mentored, and led dozens of successful analysts playing a key role in growing The Huff Companies staff from 10 to 65. Prior to Huff, Dave was in the valuation group with Deloitte & Touche LLP. He received his Master of Business Administration with a finance concentration from Lehigh University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics from The Pennsylvania State University.

