Di (Emma) Wu — Co-Founder
Hi, I’m Di (Emma) Wu — a quantitative strategist, investor, and aspiring thought leader in personal finance. With a strong foundation in economics and operations research, I specialize in translating quantitative insights into real-world investment strategies. My professional background includes experience in commodities, fixed income, and FX at an investment bank, as well as a broad investment experience in alpha generation, futures & options, and macro trading strategies. Beyond my career, I’m passionate about: • Equity & real estate investing • Building diversified cash-flow portfolios (venture capitals, small online business like jewelry) • Helping others navigate personal finance with clarity and confidence I currently manage a LinkedIn community of 11,000+ followers, where I share practical insights on market dynamics, tax strategies, and investment frameworks—bridging the gap between institutional knowledge and individual financial freedom. Long-term goal: Accumulate wealth through disciplined investing, entrepreneurship, and thought leadership in personal finance. Let’s connect if you’re: • Exploring quantitative careers or investment strategies • Building your real estate portfolio • Interested in collaborating on financial education content Or simply passionate about money, markets, commercialize technology, and making smarter financial decisions. Email: dwu308@outlook.com
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech professional with expertise in quantitative analysis and investment strategies.
Location: New York, New York, United States
Experience: 11 yrs 9 mos
Skills
- Quantitative Research
- Commodity Markets
- Entrepreneurship
- E-commerce
- Data Analysis
- Quantitative Trading
- Financial Analysis
- Research
- Investment
Career Highlights
- Expert in quantitative investment strategies.
- Co-founder of a successful jewelry brand.
- Passionate about financial education and community building.
Work Experience
Aestra Jewelry
Co-Founder (1 yr 3 mos)
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Quantitative Strategies Associate (3 yrs 11 mos)
Global Markets Quantitative Strategies Summer Associate (2 mos)
Correlation One
Data Science for All: Women's Summit Fellow (1 mo)
Morgan Stanley
Mentee of Morgan Stanley Quantitative Finance Women's PhD Mentorship Program (5 mos)
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Quantitative Analyst Intern (3 mos)
Georgia Institute of Technology
Graduate Research Assistant (4 yrs 2 mos)
Graduate Teaching Assistant (4 yrs 11 mos)
ANZ
Credit Assessment Officer (2 mos)
Beijing Zhen Yuan Hua Jun Information Technology Co., LTD
Quantitative Trader (3 mos)
University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (1 yr 8 mos)
University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy
Undergraduate Research Assistant (7 mos)
Sichuan Yiyuan Business Management Co.,LTD
Summer Intern, Department of Venture Investment (1 mo)
Sichuan University
Research Project Leader (1 yr)
China Huarong Asset Management Co., LTD
Summer Intern, Department of Investment (1 mo)
Self - employed
Math Tutor (0 mo)
Education
Master's degree at Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor’s Degree at University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science (BS) at Sichuan University
at Shude High School
