About RavenPack

Armando is a technology entrepreneur and the CEO and Co-founder of RavenPack, the leading provider of big data analytics for financial institutions. At RavenPack, he oversees all product design and engineering of the company’s data products and analytical tools. Armando is a recognized expert in applied big data and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. He is widely regarded as one of the most knowledgeable authorities on systematic data analysis in finance.

He is a recognized speaker at academic and business conferences across the globe. Armando holds degrees in Economics and International Business Administration from the American University in Paris. As a thought leader, his commentary and research has appeared in leading business publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, among many others.

Jason joined RavenPack in 2003 and is responsible for the design and implementation of the RavenPack software platform. He is a hands-on technology leader, with a consistent record of delivering break-through products.

A Silicon Valley start-up veteran with 20 years of professional experience, Jason combines technical know-how with an understanding of business needs to turn vision into reality. Jason holds a Master's Degree in Computer Science, along with undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and EECS from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Tania joined RavenPack in 2003 and assumed responsibility for RavenPack's financial, legal, tax, human resource, and administrative functions. With more than 15 years of experience in similar positions, Tania is a multi-talented, versatile, and experienced manager who has helped develop and strengthen companies from start-up organizations to large, privately-held companies with global presence.

Prior to RavenPack, Tania has worked in the legal, healthcare, and services sectors. Tania has been instrumental in shaping RavenPack's foundations as a commercial entity and recognized leader in its space.

Kevin is responsible for the team that maintains and enhances RavenPack's market-leading news analytics products. Kevin joined RavenPack in 2003 as a software developer and, prior to assuming responsibility for product, he was one of RavenPack´s senior developers and sales support engineers. As such, he has detailed knowledge of RavenPack's clients and technology and has been a major contributor to the evolving News Analytics industry.

Kevin has a first-class honors degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Limerick and has studied an Executive MBA at the IE Business School in Spain.

Peter is the head of data science at RavenPack. Since joining RavenPack in 2008, he’s been a pioneer in the field of applied news analytics bringing alternative data insights to the world’s top banks and hedge funds. Peter has more than 15 years of experience in quantitative finance with companies such as Standard & Poor's, Credit Suisse First Boston, and Saxo Bank.

He holds a Master's degree in Quantitative Finance from Sir John Cass Business School along with an undergraduate degree in Economics from Copenhagen University. Peter is a recognized speaker at quant finance conferences on alternative data and AI, and has given lectures at some of the world’s top academic institutions including London Business School, Courant Institute of Mathematics at NYU, and Imperial College London.

Malcolm is Director of Sales at RavenPack. He is responsible for direct sales, client services, and strategic development at the firm. Malcolm joined RavenPack in 2007 and has played key roles in supporting RavenPack’s customers for more than a decade.

Prior to RavenPack, Malcolm worked at Fidelity National Insurance Company leading IT operations during a period of outstanding growth. Malcolm holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California State University San Marcos with a specialization in High Technology Management.

Marina joined RavenPack in 2004 and is responsible for Ravenpack’s financial health and strategy by leading the finance, accounting and tax functions. She is a results-driven, finance leader with more than 15 years experience in the technology industry. Strategic thinker, hands-on manager, and analytical problem solver.

Prior to RavenPack, Marina worked at May Department Stores Corporate Headquarters as a Financial Analyst. Marina holds a Master’s Degree in Corporate Finance from ESADE Business School and a honors degree in Business Administration from Lindenwood University with a specialization in Finance.

Aakarsh is in charge of corporate strategy overseeing new revenue generation initiatives and investments at RavenPack. Prior to joining the firm, he was Director of Product & Strategy at Third Point, a $15 billion Event-Driven Hedge Fund, where he co-founded and led their data science team. Aakarsh was previously Senior Product Manager at FactSet, responsible for re-architecting & launching a web-based analytics platform servicing over 100,000 enterprise clients.

Aakarsh has a dual Bachelors in Computer Science and Economics from Ohio Wesleyan University.

Max is in charge of all marketing and communications activities at RavenPack. Prior to joining the firm, Max was Chief Marketing Officer of Epic, a global impact investment startup, where he built and scaled the marketing department. Prior to Epic, Max was chief product officer, then chief strategy officer at CameronTec, a fintech software company now part of Broadridge Financial Solutions, and VP Marketing at Fidessa, a trading and investment management company now part of ION Group.

Max holds a degree in Economics from the University of Cambridge, and a Master's degree in Engineering from Ecole Centrale Paris.