Chris Doyle

Fintech + Machine Learning

Chris Doyle is a Research Staff member at Stanford University, focusing on the development of autonomous agents. He has been in this role since April 2021. His work involves applying machine learning techniques to enhance the capabilities of these agents, particularly in areas like curiosity-driven learning and social interaction within virtual environments.1 2

Professional Background

Research Staff at Stanford University (April 2021 - Present)
- Engages in projects related to autonomous agents, contributing to advancements in AI and machine learning.
Self-employed Consultant (November 2019 - Present)
- Provides advisory services in fintech and machine learning.
Co-Founder of Grove (November 2015 - November 2019)
- Launched a company aimed at making financial planning accessible through technology and human advisors. Grove was later acquired by Wealthfront.
Project Manager at Malaria No More (January 2015 - February 2016)
- Led initiatives to combat counterfeit medicines in Nigeria using data analytics.
Investment Analyst at C12 Capital Management (September 2009 - March 2014)
- Worked on global macro investment models and structured product investments.
Principal Mortgage Trading Analyst at Barclays Capital (July 2007 - September 2009)
- Involved in valuing securities and developing investment strategies during the Lehman Brothers acquisition.

Education

Chris holds a B.A. in Mathematics from the University of Virginia, where he was an Echols Scholar, graduating in 2007.1 3

Research Contributions

Doyle has authored several research papers, including topics on developmental curiosity and social interaction in virtual agents, showcasing his active involvement in contemporary AI research.2 4