Carissa Xu
About Carissa Xu
Carissa Xu serves as the Managing Director and China General Manager at Two Sigma, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive experience in finance and investment, having previously worked at organizations such as Dow Jones Telerate and the Toronto Stock Exchange.
Current Role at Two Sigma
Carissa Xu serves as the Managing Director and China General Manager at Two Sigma, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees operations and strategic initiatives in China, contributing to the firm's growth and development in the region. Her leadership is integral to Two Sigma's efforts to expand its footprint in the Chinese market.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Two Sigma, Carissa Xu held several positions in the financial services sector. She worked as a Senior Analyst at Dow Jones Telerate for eight months in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, from 1994 to 1995. Additionally, she served as an Application Specialist at the Toronto Stock Exchange for two years, from 1992 to 1994. Her experience also includes a role as Chief Investment Strategist at Xiangcai Securities in Shanghai from 2004 to 2005.
Educational Background
Carissa Xu has a robust educational background in engineering and business. She studied Electrical Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where she earned a Doctor of Engineering degree. Additionally, she completed two MBA programs at the London Business School and Columbia Business School, both from 2001 to 2003.
Career Progression at Two Sigma
Carissa Xu's career at Two Sigma began in Hong Kong, where she served as Managing Director and China General Manager from 2018 to 2019. After a year in this role, she transitioned to her current position in China, reflecting her expertise and leadership in managing operations across different regions.