Ken Singleton

Ken Singleton is a distinguished academic and financial expert with extensive experience in finance, economics, and technology. He currently serves as the Strategic Advisor at Crestone EM Fintech Fund, a position he has held since August 2022.1

Professional Background

Ken Singleton is the Adams Distinguished Professor of Management, Emeritus at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University.1 His academic career spans over four decades, during which he has made significant contributions to the field of finance and economics.

Current Roles and Affiliations

In addition to his advisory role at Crestone EM Fintech Fund, Ken holds several other positions:

• Affiliate at the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab at Stanford University Graduate School of Business (since January 2019)1
• Advisor at Nyca Partners, a venture capital and advisory firm focused on financial services innovation (since July 2018)1
• Advisor at Sure Ventures, a firm supporting mission-driven entrepreneurs (since January 2020)1
• Faculty Advisor for Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs (since July 2017)1

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Ken is also the Co-Founder of 1 Grain to 1000 Grains, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established in November 2013. This organization aims to nourish families' aspirations and vitalize communities through programs promoting healthful eating and financial capacity.1

Academic Achievements and Recognition

Throughout his career, Ken has received numerous professional awards, including:

• The Stephen A. Ross Prize in Financial Economics
• The Frisch Prize from the Econometric Society
• Smith-Breeden prizes from the Journal of Finance

He is also a Fellow of the Econometric Society, the Journal of Econometrics, and the Society for Financial Econometrics.1

Ken Singleton's expertise in finance, economics, and technology, combined with his academic background and advisory roles, make him a valuable asset to the Crestone EM Fintech Fund and other organizations he is associated with.