Ken Ricci
About Ken Ricci
Ken Ricci is a Director and Front Office Applications Analyst at Apollo Global Management LLC, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in financial technology, having held various roles at firms such as UBS Investment Bank, GTE, and Goldman Sachs.
Current Role at Apollo Global Management
Ken Ricci serves as the Director - Front Office Applications Analyst at Apollo Global Management LLC. He has held this position since 2013, contributing over 11 years of experience in the Greater New York City Area. In this role, he manages a team of onshore and offshore developers and collaborates with vendors on implementations and support. He is responsible for vendor management, budget oversight, and the roadmap for the Everest platform, a multi-product Asset Management solution.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Ken Ricci has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having worked at UBS Investment Bank in various roles from 2002 to 2013. His positions included Director - Credit Risk IT, Senior Development Manager for Legal & Compliance IT, and Director - Rates Risk IT. He also worked at Goldman Sachs as a Developer & Securities Sales Support Analyst from 1986 to 1989 and held multiple roles at New York Life and GE Capital. His diverse background includes applications architecture, project management, and business analysis.
Educational Background
Ken Ricci holds an MBA in Financial Management with a specialization in Investments from Pace University - Lubin School of Business. He also earned a BA in Computer Science from Manhattanville College. His educational qualifications provide a strong foundation for his roles in financial technology and applications management.
Expertise in Application Management
Ken Ricci has been the application owner of Blackmountain System's Everest for the past five years. His expertise includes integration with Aladdin by Blackrock, thinkFolio from IHS Markit, and exposure to Bloomberg AIM. He engages in daily interactions with key Front Office stakeholders, including Credit senior management, Portfolio Managers, Traders, Analysts, Risk, Compliance, and Legal, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
Committee Participation and Investor Engagement
Ken Ricci actively participates in multiple committees related to the Everest platform. He is involved in the acquisition and management of all requirements from the Front Office and provides demos as needed for investor due diligence meetings. His role emphasizes collaboration and communication with various stakeholders to support the platform's objectives.