Abraham Robison
About Abraham Robison
Abraham Robison is a Senior Quantitative Research Analyst at Russell Investments, where he simplifies complex modeling for clients and manages internal software development projects. He has a diverse background in quantitative analysis, investment strategy, and education, with previous roles at BlackRock and the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Abraham Robison serves as a Senior Quantitative Research Analyst at Russell Investments since 2020. In this role, he simplifies complex modeling into presentations that are accessible to clients, explaining signals and forecasts effectively. He also automates performance analytics and manages internal software development projects, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's analytical capabilities.
Previous Experience at Russell Investments
Robison has held multiple positions at Russell Investments prior to his current role. He worked as an Investment Strategy Analyst from 2011 to 2013 and then as a Senior Investment Strategy Analyst from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he served as a Quantitative Investment Strategist from 2013 to 2020, accumulating extensive experience in investment strategy and quantitative analysis.
Experience at BlackRock
Robison's tenure at BlackRock included roles as a Risk and Quantitative Analysis Database Consultant for two months in 2011 and as a Risk and Quantitative Analysis Intern from 2010 to 2011. These positions provided him with foundational experience in risk assessment and quantitative analysis within a leading investment management firm.
Academic Background
Robison holds a Master's degree in Economics from the University of Washington, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also earned two Bachelor's degrees from the University of Hawaii at Hilo: a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, both completed between 1999 and 2003. This diverse academic background supports his analytical skills in quantitative research.
Contributions to Investment Model Risk Board
As a founding member of the Investment Model Risk Board at Russell Investments, Robison focuses on assessing and ensuring model quality in the investment process. This role highlights his commitment to maintaining high standards in quantitative modeling and risk management within the firm.