Dalton Shaughnessy
Chief Financial Officer
Dalton Shaughnessy is the Chief Financial Officer at Composition Wealth, where he oversees the firm’s FP&A, M&A and Real Estate teams. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, he plays a key role in shaping the firm’s financial strategy, driving growth initiatives, and positioning Composition Wealth as a leading RIA platform.
With over a decade of experience in investment banking and private equity, Dalton has built a career spanning Wall Street and global asset management firms. Before joining Composition Wealth, he was part of the North American Buyouts team at Corsair, focusing on technology and fintech investments. His earlier roles included leadership positions at The Carlyle Group and The Radcliff Companies, as well as investment banking at Credit Suisse, where he advised technology companies on M&A and capital strategies.
Dalton graduated from Georgetown University and, originally from Minneapolis, has recently made Los Angeles home with his wife, son and two dogs. Outside of work Dalton enjoys exploring the outdoors with his family.
Fun Facts:
- Loves all things outdoors, especially hiking with his toddler son on his back
- His favorite way to unwind is listening to blues music
- Never says no to a cup of coffee