Katie Zhao
About Katie Zhao
Katie Zhao serves as the Vice President of Talent and Culture at PDT Partners, where she focuses on building a community of professionals and leading diversity initiatives. With a background in recruitment and human resources, she has previously worked at KCG Holdings, HBK Capital Management, and McGraw-Hill.
Current Role at PDT Partners
Katie Zhao serves as the Vice President of Talent and Culture at PDT Partners, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she has been instrumental in fostering a community of researchers, engineers, and business professionals. Zhao leads initiatives focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) recruitment, aiming to enhance the workplace culture and promote diverse talent within the organization.
Previous Experience at KCG Holdings, Inc.
Katie Zhao worked at KCG Holdings, Inc. from 2012 to 2015. Initially, she served as a Human Resources Generalist for one year, followed by a two-year tenure as a Recruiter specializing in Quantitative Trading and Technology. During her time at KCG, she gained valuable experience in recruitment and human resources within the financial services sector.
Experience at HBK Capital Management
From 2015 to 2019, Katie Zhao was employed at HBK Capital Management as the Quantitative Trading and Technology Recruiting Manager. In this role, she focused on recruiting top talent in quantitative research and technology, further developing her expertise in these specialized fields.
Educational Background
Katie Zhao studied at Fordham University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, Communications, and Journalism. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in both business principles and effective communication strategies.
Early Career and Internships
Katie Zhao began her career with an internship at McGraw-Hill, where she worked in Organizational Development from 2010 to 2011. She also briefly worked at Moody's Corporation in 2011, focusing on Diversity & Inclusion. These early experiences contributed to her understanding of organizational dynamics and the importance of inclusive practices in the workplace.