Nitish Maini
About Nitish Maini
Chief Strategy Officer at WorldQuant
Nitish Maini currently holds the title of Chief Strategy Officer at WorldQuant. He joined the firm in 2012 and has since occupied several strategic roles. As Chief Strategy Officer, he is responsible for formulating and implementing strategies that drive the company's growth and innovation in the quantitative finance sector.
Professional Background at McKinsey & Co.
Before his tenure at WorldQuant, Nitish Maini worked at McKinsey & Co. His experience at this renowned consulting firm equipped him with critical analytical and strategic skills, preparing him for his successive roles in quantitative finance.
Education and Expertise in Economics
Nitish Maini holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in economic theories and quantitative methods, essential for his roles in finance and strategy at WorldQuant.
Roles and Responsibilities at WorldQuant
Since joining WorldQuant in 2012, Nitish Maini has taken on various key roles. He has experience as General Manager of the firm’s crowdsourcing initiative, served as a Portfolio Manager, and worked as a Quantitative Researcher. Additionally, he has been a Member of the Office of the CEO, contributing to executive-level decision-making processes.