Taras Rybak is an investment management professional focused on promoting asset allocation-based investing and systematic investment solutions with a focus on strategic asset allocation, factor investing, and tail risk hedging. With a proven track record in origination and execution of investments in developed and emerging markets, Taras maintains strong relationships at a senior level in the UK, Europe, Russia & CIS, and China. He works closely with private banks, wealth managers, and family offices, helping them deliver long-term investment returns to their clients while protecting the downside. Taras is particularly interested in how technology is shaping the future of wealth and asset management and frequently speaks at finance and technology conferences.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Taras is a long-time boxer, having competed professionally for over seven years, and still gets in the ring on a regular basis. He also advocates for a plant-based diet and has trained for cold exposure using the Wim Hof Method. Taras is a firm believer in doing meaningful work and fostering meaningful relationships, always happy to connect with industry professionals and like-minded people to make a positive impact.