Michael Gates is an accomplished professional with expertise in multiasset portfolio management, Python programming language, econometrics, and portfolio optimization. He holds the prestigious Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is also certified with Series 7 & 63 licenses. Michael acquired his MS in Economics from the University of California, Davis, and completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) at the same institution.

With an impressive background, Michael Gates currently holds the position of Managing Director at BlackRock, a renowned financial services firm. Prior to this role, he gained experience as a Programmer/Analyst at MSCI Inc., showcasing his proficiency in both programming and financial analysis.