Barak Laks
Quantitative Analyst at VanEck
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
Barak Laks is a Senior Quantitative Strategist at VanEck, focusing on asset allocation strategies and model portfolios. He holds two Master of Science degrees from New York University in Mathematics and Financial Mathematics, alongside a BA from Yale University, providing a strong foundation for his quantitative roles.
He has a unique professional background, having previously served as both a Chief Investment Officer and Chief Marketing Officer at several hedge funds before transitioning into his current quantitative focus at VanEck.
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26 Years
Current Role
Quantitative Analyst
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
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Priorities
Topics Barak cares about
Quantitative Strategy
As a Senior Quantitative Strategist, he is responsible for VanEck's asset allocation strategies and model portfolios.
Asset Allocation
His work involves guiding asset allocation decisions for various funds and strategies using quantitative models.
Career
Work history
4-2021
Quantitative Analyst
VanEck
2017 - 4-2021
Deputy Portfolio Manager
VanEck
2015 - 2016
Chief Marketing Officer
Cohanzick Management, LLC
2013 - 2015
Chief Marketing Officer
Cedarview Capital Management
2012 - 2013
Strategist
Continuum Investment Management
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Education
Master of Science (MS)
New York University
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