About RavenPack

Armando is a technology entrepreneur and the CEO and Co-founder of RavenPack, the leading provider of big data analytics for financial institutions. At RavenPack, he oversees all product design and engineering of the company’s data products and analytical tools. Armando is a recognized expert in applied big data and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. He is widely regarded as one of the most knowledgeable authorities on systematic data analysis in finance.

He is a recognized speaker at academic and business conferences across the globe. Armando holds degrees in Economics and International Business Administration from the American University in Paris. As a thought leader, his commentary and research has appeared in leading business publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, among many others.

Jason joined RavenPack in 2003 and is responsible for the design and implementation of the RavenPack software platform. He is a hands-on technology leader, with a consistent record of delivering break-through products.

A Silicon Valley start-up veteran with 20 years of professional experience, Jason combines technical know-how with an understanding of business needs to turn vision into reality. Jason holds a Master's Degree in Computer Science, along with undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and EECS from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Tania joined RavenPack in 2003 and assumed responsibility for RavenPack's financial, legal, tax, human resource, and administrative functions. With more than 15 years of experience in similar positions, Tania is a multi-talented, versatile, and experienced manager who has helped develop and strengthen companies from start-up organizations to large, privately-held companies with global presence.

Prior to RavenPack, Tania has worked in the legal, healthcare, and services sectors. Tania has been instrumental in shaping RavenPack's foundations as a commercial entity and recognized leader in its space.

Kevin leads the team responsible for onboarding new financial content and overseeing the creation of the data store for Bigdata.com, RavenPack's advanced AI research assistant for finance. Kevin joined RavenPack in 2003 as a software developer and, prior to assuming responsibility for product, he was one of RavenPack´s senior developers and sales support engineers. As such, he has detailed knowledge of RavenPack's clients and technology and has been a major contributor to the evolving News Analytics industry.

Kevin has a first-class honors degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Limerick and has studied an Executive MBA at the IE Business School in Spain.

Peter is the head of data science at RavenPack. Since joining RavenPack in 2008, he’s been a pioneer in the field of applied news analytics bringing alternative data insights to the world’s top banks and hedge funds. Peter has more than 15 years of experience in quantitative finance with companies such as Standard & Poor's, Credit Suisse First Boston, and Saxo Bank.

He holds a Master's degree in Quantitative Finance from Sir John Cass Business School along with an undergraduate degree in Economics from Copenhagen University. Peter is a recognized speaker at quant finance conferences on alternative data and AI, and has given lectures at some of the world’s top academic institutions including London Business School, Courant Institute of Mathematics at NYU, and Imperial College London.

Amy Kim is a seasoned technology executive with a proven track record in driving global revenue growth and scaling high-impact businesses. As Chief Business Officer at RavenPack, she leads the company's business expansion and client services, with a strategic focus on accelerating the growth of Bigdata.com, RavenPack's AI-powered financial research platform.

Prior to joining RavenPack, Amy held key leadership roles at Google, where she served as Head of Global Sales, as well as at multiple high-growth tech startups, specializing in go-to-market strategies, business development, and revenue acceleration. Her expertise lies in scaling innovative AI-driven solutions for financial institutions and other data-intensive industries. Passionate about the intersection of technology, finance, and AI, Amy is committed to helping organizations leverage cutting-edge data analytics to drive smarter investment decisions.

Lina Baamer leads RavenPack’s financial strategy, driving value-creation initiatives across the organization. As RavenPack's CFO, she works closely with the executive team to support the company’s growth and maintain disciplined capital deployment as RavenPack expands its product offerings.

Before joining RavenPack, Lina was Vice President at Bullhound Capital, a global technology investment firm. She led investments in high-growth companies such as Klarna, Typeform, and Ecovadis, and worked closely with founders and management teams on strategic planning and capital raising. She began her career in investment banking at Deutsche Bank, advising European tech companies on public listings, M&A, and private placements.

Lina holds an MSc in Finance and Accounting from Imperial College London and a BBA from IE Business School in Madrid. She brings a global perspective, with professional experience across London, Paris, and Madrid.

Aakarsh leads product strategy and development at RavenPack, with a primary focus on Bigdata.com - an advanced AI research assistant for finance, developed to empower data-driven decision-making. Prior to joining the firm, he was Director of Product & Strategy at Third Point, a $15 billion Event-Driven Hedge Fund, where he co-founded and led their data science team. Aakarsh was previously Senior Product Manager at FactSet, responsible for re-architecting & launching a web-based analytics platform servicing over 100,000 enterprise clients.

Aakarsh has a dual Bachelors in Computer Science and Economics from Ohio Wesleyan University.

Jacob Fant is a serial entrepreneur in the branding and digital marketing space, having co-founded and led two of the most influential agencies in the Nordics. With a client portfolio spanning Europe, Asia, and the U.S., Jacob has worked with top global brands like IKEA, Ericsson, H&M, OnePlus, Nothing, and Samsung.

Known for his innovative strategies, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the digital landscape, driving brand transformation, and delivering impactful results. His leadership and vision continue to make him a leading figure in the industry, influencing both established and emerging brands globally.