Mitch Ackles is a communications strategist, industry advocate, and entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in public relations, marketing, and business development. He is the CEO of Hedge Fund PR and the global president and industry lobbyist of the Hedge Fund Association (HFA), an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing transparency, development, and trust across the alternative investment industry.

Founded by Mitch in 2005, Hedge Fund PR is a specialized communications firm serving hedge funds, private equity firms, institutional and private investors, nonprofit organizations, and financial services providers. He advises clients on media relations, reputation management, crisis communications, executive visibility, social media, events, and government strategy. His campaigns have generated thousands of successful outcomes, including prominent news and cover stories, industry awards, broadcast interviews, speaking engagements, strategic alliances, and placements in television programs, books, blogs, and films. Widely recognized for his extensive network of media, government, and industry relationships, Mitch also helps clients navigate sensitive situations, protect their reputations, and communicate effectively with key stakeholders.

As president and spokesman of the Hedge Fund Association, Mitch advocates for hedge funds, private funds, investors, and the broader alternative investment community. He directs the organization’s media relations, member communications, global events, and federal lobbying initiatives. Under his leadership, HFA has expanded its international reach while educating legislators, regulators, investors, and the public and promoting constructive dialogue and sound public policy. Before founding Hedge Fund PR, Mitch held senior communications, marketing, capital introduction, and business development roles at vFinance, Global Partners Group, TradeStation Group, Dow Jones TradeStation, and E-Rex. He also co-founded FINforums, which produced educational and networking events for the hedge fund industry.

Mitch is equally committed to philanthropy and community service, providing pro bono communications support to nonprofit organizations and championing Help For Children and A Leg To Stand On. Based in Miami and frequently working in global financial centers, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in communications and is fluent in English and Spanish. Throughout his career, Mitch has earned a reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and an exceptional ability to protect and elevate respected individuals and brands across the alternative investment industry.