Preston Keat
About Preston Keat
Preston Keat serves as the Head of Political and Country Risk at UBS in London, a position he has held since 2011. He specializes in political economy and geopolitics, leading a team that analyzes risks and develops stress scenarios.
Work at UBS
Preston Keat has served as the Head of Political and Country Risk at UBS since 2011. He is based in London, United Kingdom. In this role, he specializes in comparative analysis of political economy and geopolitics. He leads an internal 'risk think tank' that focuses on political and country risk analysis. His responsibilities include heading a team that develops stress scenarios to assess potential political and economic risks, ensuring that UBS remains informed and prepared for various geopolitical challenges.
Education and Expertise
Preston Keat has a strong academic background in political science and international relations. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations/Political Economy from William and Mary, where he studied from 1984 to 1988. He furthered his education at the London School of Economics and Political Science, obtaining a Master of Science in Economics from 1988 to 1990. He completed his academic journey by earning a Ph.D. in Political Science from UCLA, where he studied from 1994 to 2001. His educational foundation supports his expertise in political economy and geopolitical analysis.
Background
Before joining UBS, Preston Keat worked at the German Marshall Fund of the United States from 1990 to 1992. During his time there, he focused on Central and Eastern Europe Programs while based in Washington, District of Columbia. This early experience contributed to his understanding of political dynamics in the region, which he later applied in his role at UBS.
Achievements
At UBS, Preston Keat has made significant contributions through his leadership in political and country risk analysis. He heads a team that develops stress scenarios to evaluate potential risks, which is crucial for strategic planning and decision-making. His work in leading an internal 'risk think tank' reflects his commitment to enhancing the firm's understanding of geopolitical challenges and their implications for business.