Cathie Wood: The Woman Behind ARK Investment Management
Introduction
Cathie Wood is the founder and CEO of ARK Investment Management LLC, a registered investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. With over 40 years of experience in identifying and investing in innovation, Cathie has dedicated her career to focusing on disruptive innovations and adding new dimensions to research.
Early Career and Achievements
Before founding ARK, Cathie spent twelve years at AllianceBernstein as the CIO of Global Thematic Strategies, managing over $5 billion. Prior to that, she co-founded Tupelo Capital Management, a hedge fund that managed approximately $800 million in global thematic strategies. She also worked for 18 years at Jennison Associates LLC in various roles. Cathie received her Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from the University of Southern California in 1981.
Recognition and Awards
Cathie has been recognized as an influential fund manager across several prestigious platforms. In 2018, she was selected for the Bloomberg 50 list of people who have defined global business. She was also named to Fortune’s exclusive roundtable of experts in the annual Fortune Investors Guide: The Best Investing Advice for 2019. Additionally, she received the “Women in Finance – Outstanding Contribution Award” from Market Media in 2016. Cathie has been a featured speaker at numerous global events, including the World Economic Forum and Singularity University’s Exponential Finance.
Duddy Innovation Institute
In 2018, Cathie launched the Duddy Innovation Institute at her alma mater, Notre Dame Academy in Los Angeles. The institute offers a challenging educational experience for young women eager to stretch their learning beyond the boundaries of traditional acquisition of knowledge, while influencing a new way of thinking and learning throughout campus.
Cathie Wood’s commitment to innovation and disruptive technology has earned her a reputation as a leading figure in the world of investment management. Her approach to identifying large-scale investment opportunities in the public markets has proven successful, and her influence extends to the highest levels of business, finance, and education. As ARK continues to grow and prosper under her leadership, Cathie’s impact on the investment world only continues to expand.
