Zhikai Chen
About Zhikai Chen
Zhikai Chen serves as the Head of Asia Ex Japan Equities at Banque Lombard Odier & Cie SA, a position he has held since 2012. He holds a Master's degree from the National University of Singapore and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business.
Work at Banque Lombard Odier
Zhikai Chen has been serving as the Head of Asia Ex-Japan Equities at Banque Lombard Odier & Cie SA since 2012. In this role, he oversees equity investments across the Asia region, excluding Japan. His leadership has contributed to the firm's strategic direction in managing equity portfolios and enhancing investment performance in Asian markets.
Education and Expertise
Zhikai Chen holds a Master's degree from the National University of Singapore, where he studied from 1998 to 2000. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, completing his studies from 1992 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation in finance and economics, supporting his expertise in equity markets.
Previous Experience in Economics
Before his current role, Zhikai Chen worked as an economist at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) from 1998 to 2000. This position allowed him to gain valuable insights into economic policy and financial regulation, which have informed his subsequent roles in investment management.
Career at Putnam Investments
Zhikai Chen spent seven years at Putnam Investments from 2004 to 2011, where he held the positions of analyst and senior vice president. His tenure at Putnam involved analyzing investment opportunities and managing client portfolios, contributing to the firm's investment strategies.
Experience at Citi
From 2000 to 2004, Zhikai Chen worked at Citi as an analyst and assistant vice president. In this capacity, he focused on financial analysis and investment strategies, which helped him develop a comprehensive understanding of the financial services industry.