Twiggy Chan, Cfa
About Twiggy Chan, Cfa
Twiggy Chan, CFA, serves as the Director of Data Excellence at Geode Capital Management, where she has worked since 2022. With a strong background in financial technology and quantitative analysis, she has held various roles in product management and software development across multiple companies.
Work at Geode Capital Management
Twiggy Chan has been serving as the Director of Data Excellence at Geode Capital Management since 2022. In this role, Chan focuses on enhancing data quality and integrity within the organization, contributing to the firm's overall data strategy. The position involves overseeing data management practices and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Twiggy Chan studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she earned a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Computer Science from 1997 to 2003. Additionally, she pursued a degree in Nuclear Engineering at MIT from 1997 to 2004. Chan possesses expertise in designing risk management and compliance tools specifically for the financial technology sector.
Background in Financial Technology
Chan has a diverse background in financial technology, having held various roles that emphasize product management and development. She worked at Charles River Development as a Senior Product Specialist and Senior Product Management Analyst from 2008 to 2015. Additionally, she was a Director of Product Development Project Management at Folio Investing for a brief period in 2018.
Programming and Analytical Skills
Twiggy Chan has a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and agile software development. She is proficient in several programming languages and tools, including SQL, Java, and Matlab. Her skills extend to fixed income and derivative analytics calculations, which are essential in her roles within the financial sector.
Professional Experience Prior to Geode
Before joining Geode Capital Management, Twiggy Chan worked at aPriori, Inc as a Software Engineer from 2005 to 2008 and at Citigroup as a Senior Programmer Analyst from 2003 to 2005. Her experience includes leading development teams and working on electronic trading connectivity, which has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the financial technology landscape.