Christopher Edwards
About Christopher Edwards
Christopher Edwards is the Director of Solutions at SEI in Oaks, Pennsylvania, with extensive experience in investment and data platform implementation.
Title and Current Role at SEI
Christopher Edwards is currently the Director of Solutions at SEI in Oaks, Pennsylvania, United States. In this role, he oversees the management and delivery of technology solutions that align with business goals. He directly collaborates with the Investments business, including the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and the Investment Management Committee (IMC), to ensure the technology strategy and data analytics support the organization's objectives.
Extensive Career at Aberdeen Standard Investments
Christopher Edwards had a long tenure at Aberdeen Standard Investments, occupying various leadership positions. He served as Head of Domain, Investments in 2019, Head of Solutions Delivery from 2017 to 2019, Head of Core Development & Deployment from 2016 to 2017, and Head of Business Systems - Americas from 2009 to 2016. Prior to these roles, he was Business Manager - North American Equities (2007-2009), Manager of US Trading Operations (2004-2007), and Investment Systems Analyst (2002-2004). Each position involved different facets of technology management and business operations, showcasing his versatility and leadership in the field.
Early Career at Electronic Data Systems
Before joining Aberdeen Standard Investments, Christopher Edwards worked at Electronic Data Systems Corp. He held the role of Information Systems Analyst from 1999 to 2002 and was an Information Associate from 1998 to 1999. These roles were based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area and provided him with foundational experience in information systems and technology management.
Educational Background
Christopher Edwards earned an MBA in Investment Management from Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management, where he studied from 2002 to 2004. He also holds a BBA in Management Information Systems from Loyola University Maryland, completed between 1994 and 1998. His high school education was at Holmdel High School, from 1990 to 1994. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge for his career in technology and investment management.
Expertise in Managing IT and Investment Platforms
Christopher Edwards has significant expertise in managing IT and investment platforms. He has led the integration of over 15 mergers and acquisitions, focusing on technology platforms that support inorganic growth. He manages a team providing full end-to-end IT lifecycle services, ensuring cohesive operations from architecture to delivery. He also oversees IT estate management through best practice obsolescence and cybersecurity programs. His experience includes implementing investment and data platforms to support research, portfolio management, and distribution while complying with global regulatory requirements.