Denis De Graeve
About Denis De Graeve
Denis De Graeve serves as the Head of Equities Strategy and Operations at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2023. He has held various roles in finance and strategy, including positions at Crédit Immobilier Direct and Lazard, and has a strong academic background with degrees from École Polytechnique and MIT.
Current Role at Two Sigma
Denis De Graeve currently serves as the Head of Equities Strategy and Operations at Two Sigma, a position he has held since 2023. He operates within the New York City Metropolitan Area and is responsible for overseeing strategies and operations related to equities. This role builds on his extensive experience in data strategy and business innovation within the firm.
Previous Experience at Two Sigma
Prior to his current role, Denis De Graeve held several positions at Two Sigma. He was the Head of Data and Insights from 2021 to 2023, focusing on leveraging data for strategic decision-making. He also served as the Head of Business Innovation and Growth from 2015 to 2019 and as the Head of Data Strategy and Operations from 2019 to 2021, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Experience at Crédit Immobilier Direct
Denis De Graeve worked as an Independent Director at Crédit Immobilier Direct from 2016 to 2019. In this role, he provided strategic oversight and guidance, drawing on his extensive background in finance and operations.
Educational Background
Denis De Graeve has a strong educational foundation. He studied at Lycée privé Sainte Geneviève, where he focused on Physics and Mathematics. He then attended École Polytechnique, earning a Master of Science (M.S.) in Economics and Mechanical Engineering. He furthered his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he obtained another M.S. in Technology and Policy.
Military Experience
Denis De Graeve served as an Officer at the Ecole de Pilotage de l'Armée de l'Air in the Armée de l’air et de l’espace from 1999 to 2000. This experience provided him with leadership skills and a disciplined approach to operations.