Richard Safranek
About Richard Safranek
Richard Safranek Senior Managing Director
Richard Safranek is the Senior Managing Director, responsible for overseeing various investment strategies and portfolios. His role focuses on leadership and strategic initiatives to drive growth and improve investment outcomes. With over 20 years of investing experience, Safranek brings extensive expertise in managing publicly-traded securities, ensuring a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Richard Safranek Education and Expertise
Richard Safranek holds a BA in International Relations from Johns Hopkins University, providing a strong foundation in global affairs and policy analysis. He furthered his education with an MBA from Columbia University, which equipped him with advanced financial and management skills. Additionally, he completed a Chinese language program at Beijing Foreign Language Institute, enhancing his international communication capabilities.
Richard Safranek Investment Experience
With over 20 years of experience in investing, Richard Safranek has developed a deep understanding of publicly-traded securities. He has served as a Portfolio Manager at Wafra, where he managed diverse investment portfolios and optimized returns. His prior role as an Investment Analyst at World-Wide Investment Co., a Hong Kong-based family office, involved analyzing market trends and identifying investment opportunities.
Richard Safranek Board of Directors Position
Richard Safranek serves on the board of directors for Wafra's parent company. This role involves governance and strategic oversight, ensuring that the parent company follows best practices and aligns with its long-term objectives. His board position allows him to provide valuable insights and contribute to the overall direction of the organization.