Hungjen Wang

Hungjen Wang is a strategic and visionary leader in AI research with a PhD from MIT and over 10 years of quantitative research experience across multi-asset environments, including equity, fixed income, and hedge funds. Previously, Wang held roles at Bank of America as a Senior Quantitative Analyst and later as a Director at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where they conducted advanced research on portfolio optimization. Most recently, Wang served as the Manager of Research Science at Amazon and is currently the Head of AI and Optimization Research at Franklin Templeton. Known for excellent communication skills, Wang effectively presents complex information to diverse audiences, while managing teams and setting priorities in high-stakes environments.