Monica Defend

Monica Defend has extensive experience in the field of finance and investment strategy. Monica began their career as a Quant Analyst at Mediolanum in 1996 before joining Pioneer Investments as an Asset Allocation Analyst and later moving up to the role of Head of Italian Quantitative Research. In 2000, they started working as a Visiting Lecturer at various universities, including the Università Commerciale 'Luigi Bocconi', Università di Bologna, Coripe Turin University Master's classes, and Università degli Studi di Pavia.

In 2007, Monica returned to Pioneer Investments as the Head of Global Economics and Quantitative Asset Allocation Research, where they provided analysis on economic conditions and investment markets. Monica was promoted to the position of Global Head of Asset Allocation Research in 2011, leading the formulation of the global macro strategic investment strategy. During their time at Pioneer Investments, they also served as the Global Head of Asset Allocation Research and Chief Strategist, as well as the Deputy Head of Group Research and Macro Strategy.

In 2017, Monica joined Amundi, where they held several roles, including Global Head of Asset Allocation Research and Global Head of Research. Currently, they are the Head of Amundi Institute and Chief Strategist, leading the creation of proprietary research and providing cross-asset thought leadership and investment strategy ideas to clients.

Throughout their career, Monica has demonstrated expertise in quantitative analysis, market strategy, asset allocation, and macroeconomic trends. Monica has a strong track record of collaborating with investment teams and providing market insights to inform investment decisions.

Monica Defend completed their Msc in Economics at Università Bocconi from 1996 to 1997. Monica then pursued a Master's Degree in Financial Economics at London Business School from 1997 to 1998. Monica continued their education at London Business School and obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from 2000 to 2002.

Before their university education, Monica Defend attended Liceo Scientifico but no specific degree or field of study is provided. Additionally, they have certifications including the First Certificate from Cambridge International Examinations, which they obtained in June 1989, and the Mittelstufe Prufung from Goethe Institut Germany, although the obtaining month and year are not specified.

No details are provided regarding Monica Defend's education at FAME or Goethe Institut, except for the certification from the latter institution.