Quantitative Finance Speaker Series

Managing Risk in a World on Edge

Dr. Yang Chen will share insights on how BlackRock, managing
$14 trillion in assets, navigates today's complex risk environment.
Dr. Chen will also reflect on his career journey, offering advice and perspective for those considering careers in quantitative finance.

Dr. Chen is Managing Director at BlackRock, leading the U.S. Fixed Income Risk and Quantitative Analysis Group. With more than 25 years of experience across both sell-side and buy-side institutions, he brings deep expertise in investment research and risk management. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from Duke University and an MBA from NYU Stern. Dr. Chen also serves on the Duke Graduate School Board of Visitors.