People
At Bridgewater, we bring together investors, scientists, technologists, and experts in their fields who are united by a commitment to excellence and truth. We look for people with the judgment, curiosity, and resilience to take on complex problems and improve how decisions are made.
Our teams work collaboratively to combine human insight with machine intelligence—building and evolving the systems that drive our research and investment process. This requires people who are not only strong thinkers, but also builders—able to interrogate our systems by translating ideas into systematic approaches and continuously improving decision-making over time.
To get the most out of everyone, and therefore get to better answers, we are focused on building a truly inclusive environment. To do this, it requires Bridgewater to be a big tent—where vast differences between people and perspectives are made possible by our shared values of truth, integrity, equality, mutual consideration, and a desire to build and improve through thoughtful disagreements with people who are different from us.
Learn more about our Leadership, Partnership, and Board of Directors below.
Our Leadership
Learn more about the members of our Executive Committee. These leaders are responsible for setting the strategy and overall strategic direction of the firm, with support from separate business committees, in pursuit of long-term value for our clients.
Chief Executive Officer
Co-Chief Investment Officer
Co-Chief Investment Officer
Co-Chief Investment Officer
Stories About Our People
March 13, 2026
Erin Miles, Head of Alpha Engine, and Karen Karniol-Tambour, Co-Chief Investment Officer, have been named to Barron’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance. Erin makes her debut on the list, while Karen earns her seventh recognition. Their selection reflects the impact of their leadership and their shared commitment to developing the next generation of investors.
October 6, 2025
Nikunj Jain, Head of Asia Research, recognized by Business Insider as a 2025 Wall Street Rising Star for redefining the future of investing.
September 2025
Chief Legal Advisor Rick Sharma and Senior Director, Culture and Internal Communications Irma Valverde have been recognized on the 2025 Empower Executive and Rising Stars Role Model Lists for their industry leadership and efforts to foster workplace inclusion.
July 2025
Brooke Stone, Head of Technology Operations, was named to the 2025 Aspen Institute First Movers Fellowship. She was selected to represent Bridgewater as an accomplished leader dedicated to driving innovation within and beyond her role.
May 29, 2025
Steve Secundo has been named to Institutional Investor’s 2025 Hedge Fund Rising Stars list, which recognizes trailblazers in the hedge fund industry for their notable contributions to the field.
March 14, 2025
For the sixth consecutive year, Barron’s has recognized Karen for her expertise, influence, and leadership in the financial services industry.
February 24, 2025
Lexie joined the first convening of the 2025 Center for Strategic and International Studies Women’s Global Leadership Program. Throughout the week-long retreat, Lexie and her peers joined seminars to learn more about global issues and participate in executive leadership and communication development training.
December 10, 2024
The Financial Times recognized Bridgewater’s legal team as one of the Most Innovative In-House Legal Teams in North America for their close support in launching AIA Labs, advancing the firm’s use of AI and machine learning to drive innovation in the investment process.
November 2024
Tracey and Jennifer were recognized in Hedge Fund Journal’s 12th annual report, showing the strength of gender diversity in the industry and at Bridgewater.
October 2024
Natalie and Sage join 24 other aspiring leaders from around the world to discuss topics central to effective leadership and to be part of a deep and diverse community of leaders focused on intellectual, ethical, cultural, and policy issues.
September 2024
Bridgewater hosted the Atlantic Council’s inaugural Millennium Leadership Summit at its headquarters, bringing together leaders across government, business, and civil society to discuss key trends impacting economies and markets around the world.
September 30, 2024
Blake Cecil has been named to Business Insider’s 2024 Rising Stars of Wall Street list, recognized among leaders of tomorrow making notable contributions and accomplishments in the asset management industry.
May 22, 2024
Head of Enterprise Risk Management Helene Glotzer joins an episode of “Investing In Integrity” to discuss Bridgewater’s culture, how to cultivate high-performing teams, and the leadership values she has garnered over the years.
May 22, 2024
Chief Legal Advisor Rick Sharma has been recognized in the 2024 Empower Executive Role Model List for his industry leadership and fostering workplace inclusion at Bridgewater.
May 2024
Amy Reardon joins leaders from around the globe to discuss effective leadership and be part of a diverse community focused on intellectual, ethical, cultural, and policy issues.
May 1, 2024
Claire joins a select class of 26 women leaders as part of a one-year fellowship designed to deepen their understanding of critical geopolitical trends in order to thrive in a complex and competitive global environment.
March 28, 2024
Co-Chief Investment Officer Karen Karniol-Tambour has been recognized among 100 women at the highest levels of leadership in US Finance.
February 29, 2024
Dr. Sian Leah Beilock, President of Dartmouth College and an independent director on Bridgewater’s Operating Board of Directors, has been recognized by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education as one of the “40 Women Making a Difference in the World of Academe.” Dr. Beilock is the first woman to serve as President of Dartmouth College and is an expert in the dynamics that enable more women to pursue and succeed in STEM fields.
December 4, 2023
Co-CIO Greg Jensen and Bridgewater’s Chief Scientist of AIA Labs and Head of Machine Learning, Jasjeet Sekhon, are named among the top "AI experts to know at some of Wall Street’s biggest hedge funds” by Business Insider. They are recognized for their distinct contributions in AI at Bridgewater and in recognition of their leading efforts for Wall Street’s AI ambitions.
November 28, 2023
Bridgewater’s Head of AI & Machine Learning Investment Strategy is recognized alongside other rising stars in the industry.
November 3, 2023
Co-CIO Karen Karniol-Tambour has been named to “The MarketWatch 50” 2023 list, where she is recognized for her actions, contributions, and insights as one of the most influential figures in markets today.
October 10, 2023
Greg joined Bridgewater in 1996 and has long invested in the firm’s AI/ML capabilities. He joins Insider’s AI 100 list alongside Bridgewater alumnus Dave Ferrucci and other experts from the world of finance, who will likely impact the future of artificial intelligence and how it may shape our lives.
September 2023
Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, Tracey Brady Yurko, has been named to INvolve’s 2023 “Top 100 Women Executives" list, recognizing her accomplishments in advancing women in business and championing gender diversity in the workplace.
September 2023
Lexie Toorock, a leader in our Global Wealth Business, was named one of INvolve’s 2023 HERoes “Top 100 Women Future Leaders,” in recognition of her remarkable impact on our business and significant contributions to advancing gender diversity both within and beyond the workplace.
September 2023
Global Currency Markets Lead is recognized among 25 honorees considered “the future of finance.”
August 8, 2023
The fellowship fosters connection and development for next-generation leaders from around the world and across sectors, and we are proud to have two of Bridgewater’s leaders joining this year’s esteemed cohort.
May 2023
The Empower Role Model Lists supported by YouTube showcase leaders who are paving the way when it comes to increasing representation and driving inclusion for others within the workplace.
March 31, 2023
Bridgewater’s Co-Chief Investment Officer has been honored with the distinction for the fourth year in a row.
March 14, 2023
Bridgewater’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer joins a distinguished group of outstanding global leaders focused on shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future across sectors and boundaries.
November 29, 2022
Bridgewater’s Macro Research Team Lead is recognized alongside other rising stars in the industry.
November 9, 2022
As part of Hedge Fund Journal’s tenth annual report, Tobi and Joanna join several Bridgewater colleagues who have been recognized as “50 Leading Women in Hedge Funds”.
October 12, 2022
Nir describes the work required to complete a successful generational transition at Bridgewater and his vision for the firm's future across talent, culture, and business priorities.
September 2022
Bridgewater’s Head of Portfolio Research is recognized among 25 honorees considered “the future of finance.”
August 2022
Melissa and Gavin join a fellowship class that will focus on equipping young leaders to tackle the defining global challenges facing the next generation.
May 2022
Leigh joins a group of leaders from around the globe, to address the intellectual, ethical, cultural, and policy questions that are central to effective leadership in today’s world.
April 27, 2022
In an interview with Jessica Pliska for Forbes, Co-CEO Nir Bar Dea discusses growing up in Israel, the potential for growth through failure and reflection, and the power of Bridgewater’s radical transparency.
April 2022
Hailey and Danny were selected by the Australian American Leadership Dialogue to participate in the two-year YLD program, a professional development opportunity for rising leaders. Bridgewater congratulates them on this accomplishment.
April 8, 2022
As a 16-year veteran of the firm, Co-Chief Investment Officer Karen Karniol-Tambour is recognized alongside an inspiring group of trailblazers in the finance world for the third year in a row.
April 2022
Nicole joins a select class of 24 women leaders as part of a one-year fellowship designed to deepen their understanding of critical geopolitical trends in order to thrive in a complex and competitive global environment.
April 8, 2022
As a 13-year Bridgewater veteran who leads our fixed income research team, Alex is recognized among 10 distinguished up-and-comers in the industry.
March 28, 2022
In a feature published by The DESK, Head of Trading Execution Tobi Molko unpacks Bridgewater’s systemized approach to trading markets, building great teams, and her reflections on culture and leadership.
March 2022
Natalee and Phil are recognized for their leadership and contributions as members of CFR’s Corporate Leaders Program, a unique professional development opportunity for rising stars.
December 9, 2021
Bridgewater’s Head of Corporate Engagement is honored for being a trailblazer throughout her career who has been clearing the path for women to follow.
November 10, 2021
Steven Kryger, an 11-year veteran of the firm who heads the research team of our founder and co-CIO Ray Dalio and serves as Team Lead, Emerging Markets Research, has been named to the 2021 OUTstanding LGBTQ+ Executive Role Model List, supported by Yahoo Finance. First named to the annual list in 2020, for the second year in a row this award recognizes Steven's efforts to make the workplace more welcoming and inclusive for all, within Bridgewater and beyond.
April 2021
Katie was selected as one of 28 fellows focused on addressing challenges in geopolitics and technology.
October 26, 2021
Long-time Bridgewater veterans Jessica and Sarah join a growing list of Bridgewater leaders to be recognized for this honor.
September 29, 2021
A 13-year Bridgewater veteran, Phil is recognized among 25 honorees considered “the future of finance.”
September 14, 2021
On the “Elevate Together” podcast, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary Tracey Brady Yurko reflects on her path to leadership, the evolution of Bridgewater’s legal department, and how leveraging technology has facilitated getting to “highest and best use.”
January 2021
Janani and Lexie were chosen to participate in the year-long fellowship program, which focuses on developing rising executives through thoughtful discussions, debates, and other events on complex issues in politics, the economy, and more.
January 2021
Alex and Lauren were selected by the Australian American Leadership Dialogue to participate in the two-year YLD program, a professional development opportunity for rising leaders.
Drawing on leadership experience from the Israeli Defense Forces, the United Nations, and as an entrepreneur, Bridgewater’s Co-Head of Investment Engine was recognized alongside other influential changemakers in the industry.
Since 2003, through Dalio Philanthropies, Bridgewater Founder Ray Dalio and his family have contributed over $1 billion to a wide range of meaningful causes — including health equity, social entrepreneurship, education, ocean exploration, and much more. In a conversation with Head of Corporate Engagement Robyn Shepherd, Ray discusses his approach to giving, why it’s a priority for him and his family, and the impact every individual can have.
An 11-year veteran of the firm, Co-Lead of Equity Research Erin Miles has pioneered our systematic approach towards carrying out micro research at scale. She is recognized alongside other industry leaders making impact well beyond their professional accomplishments.
A seven-year veteran of the firm, Jenn made Bridgewater history as the youngest person ever to be promoted to her role as a strategist and advisor to our clients.
As our Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, Tracey Yurko leads the legal and corporate governance functions for Bridgewater, managing legal risk across the firm and its funds. She was recently recognized by Corporate Counsel as a recipient of their 2020 “Women, Influence & Power in Law” award, honoring top lawyers who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession.
Bridgewater’s Head of Corporate Engagement and 16-year veteran of the firm is recognized alongside other industry leaders for her impact, leadership, and mentorship of others.
Fulfilling dual roles as a researcher and idea-generator within our investment engine, as well as partner to Bridgewater’s sophisticated institutional client base, Senior Portfolio Strategist Phil Dobrin has established an impressive track record. He is recognized by Business Insider alongside a short list of others expected to be the next crop of leaders in finance.
Investment Associate Devon Long was recently recognized on Business Insider’s “Power Players of Quant” list. Having joined Bridgewater in 2012, Devon now leads our trading analytics team, playing a critical role in our investment process with expertise in market microstructure, transaction costs, and systematic trade execution.
An Investment Associate and 11-year Bridgewater veteran, Sean joins a fellowship class that will focus on equipping young leaders to tackle the defining global challenges facing the next generation.
One of the most high-profile women (and millennials) on Wall Street, Karen Karniol-Tambour is reshaping what leadership looks like in the investment industry. Forbes profiled her rise to one of the most important positions at Bridgewater and her unique approach to idea generation and investing.
Named to Forbes's 30 Under 30 List in Finance, Gardner co-leads our fixed income team, heading up research to convert insights and investigations into the signals we use to trade the bond and credit markets.
In the ten years Erin has been with Bridgewater, she has played an integral role in shaping our understanding of markets and the global economy. We’re proud to see her recognized alongside a group of trailblazing women in the financial sector — including our own Helene Glotzer and Karen Karniol-Tambour who have recently shared the same honor.
Seth Birnbaum, Senior Portfolio Strategist on Bridgewater's Client Service team, was named to Institutional Investor's 2019 Hedge Fund Rising Stars list. Seth is an integral member of our team working both directly with clients and also behind the scenes to continue evolving the way we support our clients and their portfolios.
Atul joins a group of leaders from across the US and around the globe, to address the intellectual, ethical, cultural, and policy questions that are central to effective leadership in today’s world.
Karen Karniol-Tambour, Co-Chief Investment Officer for Sustainability, was recognized for her work developing systematic insights on global markets and overseeing Bridgewater’s investment logic and portfolio construction.
Steven, a 10-year veteran of the firm, joins a class of 21 fellows who will champion the Council’s mission to build enduring relationships capable of addressing the most pressing global challenges we face.
Head of Sustainability Research Daniel Hochman leads Bridgewater’s research in Sustainable Investing. He has been an investor and researcher since joining the firm in 2011.
Melissa and Sean are recognized for their leadership and contributions as members of CFR’s Corporate Leaders Program, a unique professional development opportunity for rising stars.