Dan Shpak
About Dan Shpak
Dan Shpak is the Vice President at Brookfield Asset Management in New York, overseeing technology services and business transformation.
Title
Dan Shpak currently holds the position of Vice President at Brookfield Asset Management in New York. This role involves significant responsibility pertaining to the technological aspects of the company.
Company
Dan Shpak is employed at Brookfield Asset Management, a global alternative asset management company with expertise in property, renewable power, infrastructure, and private equity.
Professional Background
Dan Shpak has an extensive background in information technology and asset management. He previously worked at Brookfield Asset Management as Director of Information Technology from 2011 to 2019. Before that, he was the Director and Head of Technology at Nikko Asset Management Americas from 2006 to 2011. He started his career at Ark Asset Management Co., Inc. / iX Partners, where he served as IT Manager from 1997 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Dan Shpak has a robust educational background from New York University - Polytechnic School of Engineering. He holds a Master's degree in Financial Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering. This education has provided him with a strong foundation in both technical and financial disciplines, which he leverages in his current role.
Leadership in Technology Transformation
At Brookfield Asset Management, Dan Shpak leads the Technology Services Organization. He focuses on business technology transformation and oversees the global Enterprise Operations platform. He spearheaded the development of a scalable enterprise computing platform that includes transitioning to cloud-based services and integrating cutting-edge technology innovations like artificial intelligence.
Operational Oversight and Strategic Collaboration
Dan Shpak is accountable for the operational oversight of essential technology platforms at Brookfield Asset Management. He delivers and supports front, middle, and back-office applications and integrations. He also collaborates with business groups to improve profitability and reduce costs through technology advances and process changes. Dan engages with stakeholders to enhance integration between individual businesses and the firm's overall technology services.