Our Team

David Smith

Founder & CEO

David Smith, the Founder and CEO of Aivista Quant Capital, is a visionary leader with over three decades of experience in the financial industry. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Harvard University (Dean’s Scholarship), an M.Sc. in Finance from the London School of Economics, and a Ph.D. in Finance. Joining JPMorgan as an analyst in 1993, Smith rose to Head of Global Macro Investments by 1996. His strategic investment in Microsoft (MSFT) in 1997 yielded a 600% return. During the 2008 financial crisis, he developed a Dynamic Hedging Model that delivered +45% returns. In 2020, Smith founded Aivista Quant Capital, launching the innovative Caelus AI quantitative trading system and AQC token. His “data-driven, adaptive, risk-controlled” investment philosophy shapes the company’s vision. Smith has trained over 1,000 professionals in quantitative finance and initiated the “Quantitative Inclusion Program” with UNDP and the World Bank to promote inclusive financial technology.

Edward Brown

Chief Analyst

Edward Brown, Chief Analyst at Aivista Quant Capital, brings over 20 years of expertise in global asset allocation, quantitative modeling, and data-driven trading. A University of Chicago graduate with a B.A. in Economics and a minor in Applied Statistics & Data Modeling, Brown previously worked as an analyst at Goldman Sachs and BlackRock. He now leads Aivista’s Data Analysis & Strategy Group and serves as the Core Strategy Advisor for the Caelus Quantitative Trading System. Brown spearheaded the development of Caelus’ core trading models and designed dual platforms: an app for retail investors and an API for institutional clients. His investment philosophy, “Markets are information systems; investing is a data structure,” emphasizes a three-step process: Data → Models → Execution. By transforming market chaos into clarity, Brown drives innovation through cognitive-driven design and algorithmic execution at Aivista.

Dr. Alex Johnson

AI R&D Director

Dr. Alex Johnson, AI R&D Director at Aivista Quant Capital, has 18 years of experience in AI and machine learning development. He leads Caelus AI’s core advancements, from the Neural-Symbolic Reasoning Framework (NSR-F) to self-evolving neural networks, enhancing quantitative finance applications. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford, Alex has directed AI projects at top Silicon Valley firms. His innovations enable Caelus to process over 3 million data points per second with millisecond decisions. He integrates AQC token incentives, boosting adaptability while adhering to MSB compliance for global investor support.

Dr. Sophia Lee

AI Technical Director

Dr. Sophia Lee, AI Technical Director at Aivista Quant Capital, specializes in AI architecture design and deployment with 16 years of leadership experience. She oversees Caelus AI’s five-layer tech stack, optimizing data ingestion and risk management for efficient operations in complex markets. Holding a Master’s in AI from MIT, Sophia has led international research projects advancing Quantum-Inspired Neural Networks (QHNN). She collaborates on integrating the AQC token ecosystem (launched 2023), enhancing multi-market management. Backed by MSB certification, her contributions evolve the system from infrastructure to full deployment on an $80 million capital base.

Michael Carter

Chief Financial Officer

Michael Carter, Chief Financial Officer at Aivista Quant Capital, brings 22 years of financial management and compliance expertise. He oversees financial strategies, capital allocation, and MSB audits, ensuring effective use of $80 million in registered capital. With an MBA from Columbia University, Michael has held executive roles at New York institutions, excelling in risk assessment and optimization. He leads the finance team in designing economic models for Caelus AI and AQC tokens (0.15 USDT launch price), driving sustainable growth. He ensures transparent, secure investments to advance global wealth management innovation.

Laura Wilson

Human Resources Director

Laura Wilson, Human Resources Director at Aivista Quant Capital, has 14 years of HR management and talent development experience. She handles team building and professional training, ensuring elite collaboration for Caelus AI projects. With a Master’s in Human Resources from Princeton, Laura has led talent strategies in fintech firms. She streamlines recruitment to attract top analysts and AI experts, fostering MSB-compliant corporate culture. On an $80 million capital foundation, she promotes cross-departmental cooperation, incorporating AQC token incentives to expand the company’s global influence.

Ryan Patel

Cryptocurrency Analyst

Michael Carter, Chief Financial Officer at Aivista Quant Capital, brings 22 years of financial management and compliance expertise. He oversees financial strategies, capital allocation, and MSB audits, ensuring effective use of $80 million in registered capital. With an MBA from Columbia University, Michael has held executive roles at New York institutions, excelling in risk assessment and optimization. He leads the finance team in designing economic models for Caelus AI and AQC tokens (0.15 USDT launch price), driving sustainable growth. He ensures transparent, secure investments to advance global wealth management innovation.

James Kim

Options Investment Analyst

James Kim, Options Investment Analyst at Aivista Quant Capital, excels in volatility forecasting and Greeks risk management with 13 years of options trading experience. He leverages Caelus AI’s high-precision surface predictions to optimize portfolio performance. Holding a Master’s in Mathematics from Oxford, James has led derivatives strategies in European markets. His innovations incorporate the AQC token ecosystem, ensuring transparent execution under MSB compliance. He maximizes options yields for investors in complex environments.