Overview
We are delighted to have invited our 2024 YPC Councillor, Mr Ronald Chan, Associate Equity Portfolio Manager at YSO Capital Management, to be the speaker for our upcoming Student Members-only, non-CPT bearing webinar.
You are invited to join this engaging talk, in which Ronald will provide you with a roadmap to a career in the dynamic and challenging world of hedge funds.
Why Attend?
- Expert Insights: Learn directly from an experienced practitioner in the long/short equity space.
- Industry Knowledge: Gain an in-depth understanding of the hedge fund landscape, the daily responsibilities of a hedge fund analyst, how to research and impress potential employers, and the hard and soft skills needed to succeed.
- Career Development: Discover strategies for standing out in the competitive hedge fund job market and insights into the career trajectory of an analyst.
The talk will also cover the nuances of stock pitching, key challenges in alpha generation, and the impact of market cycles and investor psychology on investment decisions.
Join us for an enlightening journey into the world of hedge funds and take a step closer to realising your career aspirations in finance! This talk will provide valuable knowledge and tips to help you navigate your career path with confidence.
Don’t forget to also check out our newly launched YPC Pulse featuring Ronald, where he shares his typical day as an equity portfolio manager and his experiences learning from former US Treasury Secretaries and other notable figures!
Please RSVP by 15 October 2024, 11:59pm. Should you have any enquiries, please email to [email protected].
Instructor / Speaker
Ronald CHAN
Ronald has 9 years of experience in the hedge fund industry, conducting in-depth bottom-up equity research covering global, Asia, and China equities. Prior to that, he was a Strategy Consultant at a multinational consulting firm.
Ronald holds a Master of Advanced Management degree from Yale University, a Master’s in Management and Strategy from the London School of Economics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Economics and Policy (with Distinction) from UC Berkeley. He is also a CFA Charterholder and a Trust and Estate Practitioner with deep knowledge in Trust Law, Equity & ESG Investing, Public Policy & International Relations, Fintech & DeFi.