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Devin Yeates, Ph.D.
Quantitative Researcher and Portfolio Manager at BlackRock
Dr. Devin Yeates, a Ph.D. holder, is a seasoned quantitative investment professional with notable expertise in Portfolio Construction and Optimization, Investment Risk Management, Strategic Asset Allocation, ETF Portfolio Construction, Portfolio Capacity Analysis, and more.
His comprehensive skill set includes Portfolio Liquidity Analysis, Portfolio Hedging, Stress Testing, Risk Model Evaluation, and Tax Management, making him a versatile asset in the investment field.
Dr. Yeates pursued his academic journey by obtaining a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Statistics, and Business from the University of California, Berkeley. He also holds M.S. and B.S. degrees in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah.
With a robust professional background, Dr. Yeates has previously held key roles such as Quantitative Equity Portfolio Manager and Quantitative Analyst/Investment Risk Manager at BlackRock. Furthermore, he has experience as a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer at Koch Industries - John Zink Company.
His multifaceted experience and strong educational foundation demonstrate his expertise in various aspects of investment management and quantitative analysis.