Robert Rush
About Robert Rush
Robert Rush is the Vice President and Chief Risk Officer with a strong background in mathematics and operations research, previously holding key positions at UBS AG and John Hancock Financial Services.
Title: Vice President and Chief Risk Officer
Robert Rush serves as the Vice President and Chief Risk Officer. In this high-level role, he is responsible for overseeing and managing the comprehensive risk strategy of the organization. His responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks to ensure organizational stability and regulatory compliance. His extensive background in risk management places him in a key position to guide the company's risk policies and procedures.
Education and Expertise: Mathematics, Operations Research, and Decision Sciences
Robert Rush holds a B.S. in Mathematics from Fordham University. He furthered his education at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, earning an M.S. in Operations Research & Statistics and subsequently completing a Ph.D. in Decision Sciences & Engineering Systems. His academic background provides him with a robust analytical foundation, essential for advanced risk analysis and decision-making processes in his professional roles.
Professional Background: Tenure at UBS AG
Robert Rush has an extensive professional background, with significant experience at UBS AG in New York. He has served in various senior roles, including Managing Director and Director of Risk Strategy for the Non-Core and Legacy Group. He also held positions such as Head of Risk Analytics for the StabFund Investment Management Group and Head CDO and Esoteric Asset Trader for the UBS Workout Group. Additionally, he co-managed the ABS/CMBS Derivatives Structuring Team within the Global CDO Group. These roles have equipped him with specialized knowledge in risk management and structured finance.
Role at John Hancock Financial Services
Before joining Two Harbors, Robert Rush worked at John Hancock Financial Services. There, he served as Vice President and Director of Quantitative Research for Declaration Management & Research. In this capacity, he was responsible for leading quantitative research initiatives, which involved developing and implementing models to support investment strategies and risk management processes.
Early Career Experience: Queues Enforth Development
Robert Rush began his career as a Senior Operations Researcher at Queues Enforth Development. This early experience in operations research laid the groundwork for his analytical capabilities and provided him with practical skills in problem-solving and process improvement. His role involved applying mathematical and statistical methodologies to real-world problems, which has had a lasting impact on his approach to risk management.