Ya Tung
About Ya Tung
Ya Tung is the Chief Investment Officer at Jefferies, with a diverse background in finance and strategic planning.
Chief Investment Officer at Jefferies
Ya Tung currently holds the position of Chief Investment Officer at Jefferies. He began this role in 2022, operating out of the company's New York office. His responsibilities include overseeing investment strategies, managing the investment team, and ensuring the firm's investment goals are met efficiently. He brought his extensive experience in the financial sector to Jefferies to further enhance their market standing and investment portfolio.
Managing Director at GCM Grosvenor
From 2017 to 2022, Ya Tung was the Managing Director at GCM Grosvenor, also based in New York. In this role, he managed extensive portfolios, facilitating investment decisions and strategies for clients. His five-year tenure at GCM Grosvenor was marked by key advancements in client asset management and strategic investment oversight, bolstered by his background in finance and economics.
Vice President at Goldman Sachs
Between 2012 and 2017, Ya Tung served as Vice President at Goldman Sachs in New York. He was instrumental in managing various financial projects and investments. His role involved significant oversight of investment strategies and collaboration with senior management to drive financial growth. This position strengthened his expertise in high-level financial operations and strategic planning.
Early Career and Strategic Planning
Ya Tung’s career includes diverse roles prior to entering high-level investment management. From 2007 to 2008, he worked as Manager of Strategic Planning at Le Pain Quotidien. Additionally, he served as a Financial Planning and Analysis Consultant from 2004 to 2007, and as Manager of Operations Analysis at Cosi from 2002 to 2004. These roles provided him with broad experience in strategic planning and operations, enriching his understanding of various business models.
Education and Background
Ya Tung holds an MBA in Finance and Economics from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Columbia Engineering. His educational background laid a solid foundation for his career in investment and finance, providing him with the necessary analytical and strategic skills. Both degrees were obtained in 1970, reflecting a strong academic preparation for his professional endeavors.