Seth Merrin
About Seth Merrin
Seth Merrin is a co-founder and influential figure in the finance and technology sectors, known for his work at Liquidnet and his authorship of 'The Power of Positive Destruction'. He has received multiple accolades for his contributions to finance and technology, including being named 'Innovator of the Decade' by Advanced Trading.
Work at BridgeBio
Seth Merrin serves as Co-Founder at BridgeBio, a position he has held since 2014. BridgeBio focuses on developing medicines for genetic diseases and cancers. Under his leadership, the company aims to advance scientific research and innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Education and Expertise
Seth Merrin studied at Tufts University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science. His educational background has contributed to his expertise in finance and technology, particularly in the development of innovative financial systems and investment strategies.
Background
Seth Merrin founded Merrin Financial in 1985, where he launched the first order management, compliance, and electronic order routing systems for asset managers. He later founded Liquidnet in 2001, serving as Executive Chairman until 2021, where he led the company in expanding into AI-based investment decision support.
Achievements
Merrin has been recognized multiple times in Institutional Investor’s Annual 'Tech 50' and was named 'Innovator of the Decade' by Advanced Trading for two consecutive decades. He has also been included in Treasury & Risk’s '100 Most Influential People in Finance' list, highlighting his impact on the finance and technology sectors.
Philanthropic Initiatives
Seth Merrin co-founded the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village in Rwanda, providing a home and education for orphans and vulnerable children. He has partnered with the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee to fund the TOV initiative, which supplies agricultural technology resources to small farms in Ethiopia.