Ashton Smith
About Ashton Smith
Ashton Smith is an Associate at PDT Partners in New York, NY, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy from the University of Michigan, where he also minored in Law, Justice, and Social Change.
Work at PDT Partners
Ashton Smith has been employed at PDT Partners as an Associate since 2021. His role at the firm is based in New York, NY, where he has accumulated three years of experience. PDT Partners is known for its quantitative investment strategies and technology-driven approach in the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Ashton Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Policy from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. He concentrated in technology policy during his studies. Additionally, he minored in Law, Justice, and Social Change. In 2023, he furthered his education at BrainStation for one month.
Background
Ashton Smith has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in legal and corporate settings. He worked as a Paralegal at the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office for two months in 2021. Prior to that, he served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Michigan for seven months from 2017 to 2018. He also gained experience as a Corporate Affairs Intern at Hewlett Packard Enterprise for one month in 2018.
Professional Experience
Ashton Smith's professional experience includes a range of roles that have contributed to his expertise in public policy and technology. His internship at Hewlett Packard Enterprise involved corporate affairs, while his role at the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office provided insights into legal processes. His work as an Undergraduate Research Assistant involved supporting research initiatives at the University of Michigan.