Ishrat Vasid is a quantitative research professional with extensive experience in investment strategy and risk management, currently serving as an Associate Officer in Quantitative Research at AllianceBernstein since July 2024. Prior to this role, Ishrat held the position of Senior Quantitative Researcher at CRISIL Limited from March 2021 to June 2024, providing consulting services to U.S.-based asset management firms. Prior experience includes a role as a Quantitative Analyst at Quantile Analytics Pvt. Ltd., specializing in special situation analysis and mergers and acquisitions. Ishrat's early career involved leadership in cultural events as Cultural Head and Event Head at Fluxus' 2015 at IIT Indore. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, and a Master of Science in Financial Engineering from WorldQuant University.