Jake Rapaport

Jake Rapaport, CFA, has a strong background in finance and blockchain technologies. Jake is currently the Head of Economics at Tribal Credit, where they oversee the company's financial infrastructure solutions using AI-driven underwriting and blockchain technologies. Prior to this, they served as the Head of Digital Asset Index Research & Product Development at Nasdaq, where they managed the global digital assets division. Jake also has experience as an Advisor at Smith + Crown, providing consulting services for blockchain and cryptoeconomic solutions. Additionally, they co-founded Roundtree Capital Management, a boutique alternative asset management firm, where they implemented trading strategies and managed risk. Before that, Jake held various roles at Citi, including Banking Vice President and Associate, where they advised multinational technology corporations on M&A, capital structure optimization, and funding strategies. Jake began their career at UBS Wealth Management, working as a Client Service Associate. Jake holds a CFA designation and has extensive experience in finance and the technology industry.

Jake Rapaport, CFA obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance & International Business from Georgetown University, which they completed between 2004 and 2007. Jake later obtained additional certifications, including the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation from the CFA Institute in October 2012. In April 2022, they also completed the Nasdaq Advisor Academy: Digital Assets Course and obtained a certificate from the Nasdaq Advisor Academy: Digital Assets.