Jackson Clarke
About Jackson Clarke
Jackson Clarke is an Institutional Sales Analyst at Russell Investments, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration from the University of Puget Sound and has experience in trading operations, investment practice analysis, and research.
Work at Russell Investments
Jackson Clarke has held multiple positions at Russell Investments, starting as a Product Development Intern in 2018 for four months. He then worked as an Investment Practice Analyst from 2019 to 2020 for nine months. Currently, he serves as an Institutional Sales Analyst since 2021, contributing to the firm's sales strategies and client engagement efforts. Prior to these roles, he was a Trading Operations Analyst focused on FX and Derivatives from 2020 to 2021 for eleven months. In his various roles, he has automated analytics processes for manager portfolios.
Education and Expertise
Jackson Clarke earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Business Administration and Management from the University of Puget Sound, where he studied from 2015 to 2019. He completed a year-long thesis on the efficacy of ESG portfolios and their relative alpha. He also attended Bellarmine Preparatory School, graduating with a high school diploma in 2015, achieving a GPA of 3.94. Clarke intends to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation within the next year to further enhance his expertise in finance.
Background
Jackson Clarke has a diverse background that includes academic and professional experiences in finance and research. He worked as a Research Assistant in Analytical Chemistry at the University of Puget Sound in 2017 for four months. Additionally, he has experience in broadcasting, having served as a Radio DJ for KUPS 90.1FM Tacoma 'The Sound' from 2015 to 2016. His early work experience also includes a role as Game Day Staff for the Tacoma Rainiers in 2016.
Research and Publications
Clarke has contributed to significant research in the field of chemistry, publishing NASA-funded research on illicit drug use trends in Western Washington. This research has gained media attention and has been featured in prominent outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, NPR, and The Seattle Times. His work reflects a commitment to applying analytical skills in real-world contexts.
Technical Skills
Jackson Clarke possesses technical proficiencies in various software and programming languages, including VBA, FactSet, Python, SQL, Jira, and Bloomberg portfolio software. These skills enable him to effectively analyze data and automate processes, enhancing operational efficiency in his roles at Russell Investments.