John Calamos is Chairman and Global Chief Investment Officer of Calamos Investments, the firm he founded in 1977. Calamos Investments has grown into a global asset management firm with institutional and individual clients worldwide. A pioneer in convertible securities, Calamos launched one of the first convertible funds in 1985 and one of the first liquid alternative funds in 1990, reflecting a focus on innovation that continues to this day. With more than 50 years of industry experience, he is often quoted as an authority on the markets and economy. He has authored two books on Convertible Securities and a biography detailing his remarkable life story is scheduled was released in April 2025. Prior to entering the investment industry, Calamos served in the United States Air Force. His military career included five years of active duty flying B-52 bombers and twelve years in the Reserves flying A-37 jet fighters. He retired a Major. Mr. Calamos received a B.A. in Economics and an M.B.A. in Finance from Illinois Tech, where he established Endowed Chairs in Philosophy and Business and is also a member of the Board of Trustees.