Webinar: Machine Learning in Action:
Live Demos for Investment Management
- January 29, 2025
- 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
The investment management industry is rapidly evolving, and machine learning is no longer optional for those looking to stay competitive. Yet, many practitioners hesitate to adopt these techniques due to a lack of clarity on their practical applications or concerns about complexity. In this engaging webinar, we will explore why embracing quantitative finance and machine learning is critical, address the common challenges that hold professionals back, and demonstrate real-world applications of 3 machine learning models with accompanying code. This session is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, showing the power of ML to transform portfolio management.
Agenda
- Introduction
- A brief description of the portfolio management workflow
- A brief overview of machine learning in asset management
- What obstacles do firms face in implementing machine learning and quantitative methods
- Case Study 1: Using clustering algorithms in strategic asset allocation
- Case Study 2: Predicting the daily return of the S&P 500.
- Case Study 3: Assigning portfolio weights based on forecasted volatility
- Summary and Q&A
What You Will Learn
Practical Applications: See 3 machine learning models in action, complete with code for real-world relevance.
The Opportunity: Understand why machine learning is a must for the future of investment management.
Breaking Barriers: Explore common hesitations and how to overcome them.
Exclusive Offers and Resources for Attendees
About Cordell Tanny
Cordell Tanny, CFA, FRM, FDP, is a recognized authority in quantitative finance with over 25 years of experience in the financial services sector. He is the President and co-founder of Trend Prophets, where he leads the development of an AI and signal-processing-powered investment system. Additionally, Cordell serves as the Managing Director of Digital Hub Insights, an educational platform focused on teaching Python and machine learning in finance. Throughout his career, he has managed a $2 billion CAD multi-asset mutual fund program and founded several companies in the finance and technology sectors. Cordell holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from McGill University and is a CFA Charterholder, Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM), and holds the Financial Data Professional (FDP) designation.
Cordell has been actively involved with various CFA societies, contributing his expertise to various events focused on the application of machine learning and AI in investment management. Notably:
- Webinar: Machine Learning in Action: Live Demos for Investment Management (Scheduled for January 29, 2025): Cordell is slated to lead this webinar, demonstrating real-world applications of machine learning models in portfolio management.
- Practical Applications of AI and Machine Learning in Investment Management (October 24, 2023): Cordell co-led sessions discussing the integration of AI/ML in investment workflows, including demonstrations of data analysis and use cases of large language models in investment management.
- Data Science in Asset Management (October 27, 2021): Cordell participated as a speaker, providing insights into the practical applications of data science and machine learning in asset management.
Through these engagements, Cordell has played a significant role in advancing the understanding and adoption of AI and machine learning techniques among investment professionals.
Webinar: Machine Learning in Action: Live Demos for Investment Management
(Scheduled for January 29, 2025)
Cordell is slated to lead this webinar, demonstrating real-world applications of machine learning models in portfolio management.
Practical Applications of AI and Machine Learning in Investment Management
(October 27, 2021)
Cordell participated as a speaker, providing insights into the practical applications of data science and machine learning in asset management.
Data Science in Asset Management
(October 27, 2021)
Cordell participated as a speaker, providing insights into the practical applications of data science and machine learning in asset management.
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Webinar: Machine Learning in Action: Live Demos for Investment Management
- January 29, 2025
- 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
The investment management industry is rapidly evolving, and machine learning is no longer optional for those looking to stay competitive. Yet, many practitioners hesitate to adopt these techniques due to a lack of clarity on their practical applications or concerns about complexity. In this engaging webinar, we will explore why embracing quantitative finance and machine learning is critical, address the common challenges that hold professionals back, and demonstrate real-world applications of 3 machine learning models with accompanying code. This session is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, showing the power of ML to transform portfolio management.
What You Will Learn
Practical Applications: See 3 machine learning models in action, complete with code for real-world relevance.
The Opportunity: Understand why machine learning is a must for the future of investment management.
Breaking Barriers: Explore common hesitations and how to overcome them.
Speaker Bio
Cordell Tanny, CFA, FRM, FDP-President & Co-Founder Trend Prophets
Cordell Tanny is a recognized authority in quantitative finance, with over 25 years of experience in the financial services sector. As the President and co-founder of Trend Prophets, Cordell leads the development of a groundbreaking AI and signal-processing-powered investment system, enabling businesses to stay ahead with advanced market analysis. In addition to his work at Trend Prophets, Cordell serves as the Managing Director of Digital Hub Insights, an educational platform focused on teaching Python and machine learning in finance. Through his widely-followed newsletter, with over 30,000 subscribers, Cordell provides deep insights into quantitative finance and cutting-edge AI investment strategies. Cordell’s career includes managing a $2 billion CAD multi-asset mutual fund program and founding several companies in the finance and technology sectors. He is a CFA Charterholder, Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM), and holds the Financial Data Professional (FDP) designation. Cordell earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology from McGill University. As an ambassador for FIAM, a Montreal-based organization dedicated to promoting AI and machine learning in finance, Cordell is committed to developing the next generation of talent in the finance and AI industry.