Burnham Park Capital Markets Names Rohit Kulkarni Partner and Chief AI Officer

Appointment advances AI integration across the firm and partnerships with startups at the intersection of capital markets and AI

CHICAGO, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Burnham Park Capital Markets, a tech-enabled, relationship-driven investment bank, today announced that Rohit Kulkarni has joined as Partner and Chief AI Officer.

Kulkarni will help refine the firm’s current AI strategy by applying AI as well as data analytics across equity research, client workflows, market intelligence from the trading floor, corporate access, and distribution. Kulkarni will also continue publishing his highly respected research on AI, Technology, Emerging-Growth, and Pre-IPO Businesses as a Senior Research Analyst.

Burnham Park plans to announce additional partnerships with innovative AI startups working at the intersection of capital markets and technology. The firm sees AI as one of the many tools to help its people learn faster, connect with clients more easily, analyze data more accurately, and perform tasks more consistently. Startups interested in exploring a partnership may contact us at innovation@burnhampark.com.

“What excites me about Rohit is how he connects markets, research, and technology. We are thrilled to have him help Burnham Park put AI to work across the firm and shape how it can improve the way we serve companies and investors,” said Sagar Sheth, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Burnham Park.

“I wanted to take the next journey of my career with a team that is excited to innovate. Burnham Park has both the ambition and the people to create a different kind of investment banking experience. I’m excited to help bring AI into that effort, giving our professionals more time for analysis, judgment, and client relationships,” said Kulkarni.

Kulkarni most recently served as a Managing Director and Senior Research Analyst at Roth Capital Partners, covering Technology and Internet companies. He previously led research at SharesPost and held equity research roles at Citigroup, Robert W. Baird, and RBC Capital Markets.

Earlier, he worked in investment banking at Houlihan Lokey and strategy at Oracle. He

holds an MBA from The Wharton School and an MS in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

About Burnham Park Capital Markets

Burnham Park Capital Markets is a tech-enabled, relationship driven investment bank. Headquartered in Chicago, the firm leverages AI, deep institutional relationships, and a culture of innovation to provide a complete suite of capital markets and advisory services. Business lines include investment banking, trading, institutional sales, research, strategy, corporate access, and more. Inspired by the 1933 “A Century of Progress” World’s Fair held at its namesake, Burnham Park, Illinois, the firm is anchored by the exposition’s defining motto: Science Finds, Industry Applies, Man Conforms. Burnham Park honors this 100-year legacy of technological progress by integrating advanced AI-driven data analytics and institutional-grade infrastructure with human capital to optimize execution in the markets.

They focus on continuous, strategic support at every stage of the corporate lifecycle through a diversified suite of premier advisory and execution services, driven by enduring relationships and powered by advanced technology. At the core of Burnham Park is a deliberate, intense focus on internal culture. Operating with an employee-first philosophy, the firm is committed to investing in talent development, promoting from within, and establishing an environment where professionals can build meaningful, multi-decade careers. For more information or career opportunities, visit www.burnhampark.com.

Name: Madan MenonEmail: mmenon@burnhampark.comJob Title: Chief Operating OfficerCompany: Burnham Park Capital MarketsAI Partnership Inquiries: innovation@burnhampark.com