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In a discussion on the interlocking and overlapping identities within groups, Davis spoke about the need to both acknowledge our imperfections and redefine terms like “masculinity” as a key building block for engaging in meaningful progress on Diversity and Inclusion.

Andrea Jung, President and CEO of Grameen America, discussed her rise to becoming the longest-serving female CEO in the Fortune 500 while leading Avon Product, and the impact and influence that business leaders have on today’s social landscape.

Kerry joined Bridgewater in 2003 and is Head of Equities Research and a Partner at the firm. As Head of Equities Research, he is responsible for overseeing all of Bridgewater’s equity strategies. Kerry was previously Director of Investment Systems, responsible for broad oversight of systems and investment decisions, evolving our systemization technology, and overseeing the training and standards by which we systemize our understanding of the timeless and universal drivers of financial markets. He also spent several years in the Client Service department, where he led a team of analysts, and in the Trading group, where he focused on improving our trade execution strategies. Prior to joining Bridgewater, Kerry received his AB from Princeton University in Economics with a Certificate in Finance.

All year long, we ask our best people to represent us on the biggest stages. On International Women’s Day, it is fitting that Karen Karniol-Tambour, Rebecca Patterson, Erin Miles, and Helene Glotzer are talking to the world about their views on markets and leadership.

Robert Bruce joined Bridgewater in 2003 and is the Head of Critical Infrastructure as well as a Partner at the firm. Rob is responsible for the core, hybrid-cloud critical infrastructure technology that enables Bridgewater’s business. His team’s mission is to ensure a stable, secure ecosystem the firm can rely on for all operations of the fund. Previously at Bridgewater, Rob’s roles have included Head of Account Management Technology, Head of Trading and Account Management Technology Operations, and developer in the Research group. Before Bridgewater he graduated from Columbia University with a BA in Economics-Philosophy and a concentration in Computer Science.

Joanna Alpert is Head of Total Portfolio Strategies at Bridgewater Associates, focused on delivering innovative investment strategies that address our clients’ biggest challenges. She partners with co-CIO Karen Karniol-Tambour to own and drive the business strategy and is responsible for designing, building, and overseeing the business. Joanna is also responsible for overseeing and commercializing our Asia Investment Strategies, and is the General Manager for Bridgewater China Investment Management Co. (BCIM), overseeing the firm’s strategic direction. Joanna is also a Partner at Bridgewater Associates.

Oliver Radwan joined Bridgewater in 2009 and is the Co-Head of Technology, a Partner, and a member of the firm's Operating Committee. As Co-Head of Technology, he shares responsibility for the strategy and oversight of Bridgewater’s Technology group, including technology products across the company that power both the productivity of our workforce and the systemized investment platforms at the heart of Bridgewater’s business. Oliver was previously Head of Product Management at Bridgewater.

Ken joined Bridgewater in 2008 and is Lead Architect and a Partner at the firm. He oversees the technology architecture that drives our investment processes. Ken also led the development of the platform that powers our research process. Prior to joining Bridgewater, Ken got his B.S. from MIT and was an entrepreneur and technologist in a variety of industries, including manufacturing automation, robotics, and finance.