Founder and President

From a young age, I have been fascinated by complex problems and outside-the-box thinking. This interest served as a catalyst for my love of Mathematics and Statistics—the study of certainty and uncertainty, respectively. I am currently studying Pure Mathematics and Statistics & Data Science at UCLA.

Applying this philosophy to finance has been a uniquely rewarding endeavor in a profession that is both quantifiable and tangible. Since discovering quantitative finance, I have immersed myself in the field to learn as much as possible. Through internships, research, and developing my own models, I have only grown more eager to explore further and help others along the way.

Outside of academics, I enjoy traveling, rock climbing, discovering new cuisines, and cultivating bonsai trees.

Director of Research

I am a student of Physics and Applied Math seeking a postgraduate position in computational physics or mathematics, with the goal of pursuing a career in corporate quantitative research. Born and raised in Singapore, I have been conducting research in physics and computational mathematics since my freshman year. I am interested in the application and statistical analysis of physical methods for quantitative development in network analysis, manifold learning, and modeling with applications to various problems in machine learning, finance, medical technologies and engineering.

Director of Communication and Operations

Hi! My name is Jared, and I’m a Physics major at UCLA focusing on modern mechanics and technologies, aiming to break into technology development and quantitative finance. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on projects, I’ve built a solid foundation in data analysis, simulation, and experimental methods. I’m especially interested in leveraging computational and statistical techniques to tackle real-world challenges at the intersection of finance and technology.

Outside the classroom, I stay energized by rock climbing, painting, playing music, hiking, and sailing.

Director of Portfolio Management

Hi, I’m Ryan Ma. I’m interested in quantitative trading and am involved in Bruin Quant Traders and Bruin Value Investing. I enjoy learning about markets, strategy, and data-driven decision making, and I hope to pursue a career in quantitative trading in the future. Outside of academics and finance, I enjoy poker, volleyball, and golf, and I’m always drawn to competitive environments that involve both strategy and skill.

Director of Recruitment

I’m Amelie Pagona, a Mathematics of Computation student with a strong interest in the intersection of mathematics, finance, and computer science. I’m especially fascinated by quantitative finance and hope to pursue a career as a quant, using mathematical modeling, statistics, and programming to solve complex financial problems. Beyond finance, I’m also deeply interested in science and biotechnology, particularly how computational methods can drive innovation in these fields. Outside of academics, I enjoy English fiction writing, which has helped me develop creativity and communication skills alongside my analytical background.

Director of Engineering

Hi, I’m Ehban, a sophomore studying Math of Computation at UCLA. I’m interested in AI, algorithms, and quantitative finance, and I enjoy working on projects that sit at the intersection of math and code. Outside of school, you’ll find me bouldering, playing pool, or reading poker theory.

Hi, I’m Kaveh. I’m a transfer student from Irvine Valley College and an incoming Quantitative Analyst Intern at PNC Bank. I’m interested in finance, data-driven decision making, and markets, especially prediction markets. Outside of school and work, I enjoy billiards, MMA, and exploring new ways to think about strategy and competition.

Director of Professional Development

I’m an upcoming third-year Math of Computation major at UCLA. I’m also a National Master in chess and recently hit Ascendant in Valorant. I’m interested in strategy, problem-solving, and competitive environments, both academically and outside the classroom.