Samuel Budlong

Samuel Budlong, CFA, is an experienced Analytics Engineer at Block Renovation, specializing in data-driven applications, large language models, and image classification machine learning models. Prior to this role, Samuel held several positions at the National Futures Association, including Senior Associate in Data and Analytics and Senior Risk Analyst, where responsibilities encompassed developing systems for financial risk detection, designing Tableau dashboards, and ensuring compliance with CFTC regulations. Samuel's educational background includes a Master of Arts in Economics from Fordham University and certifications in Portfolio Management from the CFA Institute. Additionally, Samuel has experience in athletics as a Strength Coach Intern and has demonstrated strong analytical skills through various internships and academic contributions.