André Perold
André Perold is a Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Investment Officer of HighVista Strategies. He is also the George Gund Professor of Finance and Banking, Emeritus at the Harvard Business School, where he had a distinguished career of more than 30 years. His research interests lie primarily in investment management with a focus on asset allocation, investments in non-traditional assets, risk management, and efficient execution. Perold has published numerous articles, cases, and two books, all relating to investment management, capital markets, and the financial system.
André Perold Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Co-Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Investment Officer
Academic History
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Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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Master of Science
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
CAREER AT HARVARD
- Perold has been a member of the faculty since 1979.
- He developed popular courses in Investment Management and Capital Markets, including a recent course focused on investing in real assets.
- He has received numerous awards for teaching excellence and was voted the School’s most outstanding professor in a Business Week student survey.
- He also served in senior roles, including as a Senior Associate Dean and Chair of the Finance Faculty.
CURRENT APPOINTMENTS
- Director of The Vanguard Group
- Director of Rand Merchant Bank
- Member of the Investment Committee of Mass General Brigham
- Member of the Investment Committee of the Partners Healthcare
- Member of the Board of RIT Capital Partners
- Advisory Council of the Financial Analysts Journal
- Overseer of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
AWARDS AND HONORS
- 2007 Graham and Dodd Award for Best Perspectives Article from the Financial Analysts Journal