Hedge Fund Huddle

How are today’s hedge funds really using artificial intelligence — beyond the hype? In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Delaney, President of A‑Team Group and Nishant Gurnani, Partner and Quant Researcher of Versor Investments for a practical look at how AI is transforming research, alternative data, strategy design, and risk management. From treating AI agents as “junior analysts” to building proprietary model stacks and navigating crowded trades, our guests unpack how technology is reshaping modern investment workflows and the competitive edge in markets today.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Introduction
(00:07:22) - Use cases of AI tools in investing
(00:15:00) - Conviction and decision-making
(00:19:30) - Internal vs external models
(00:25:50) - Avoiding crowded trades
(00:32:02) - AI execution in discretionary trading
(00:35:30) - Regulation
(00:40:00) - The importance of prompt writing and data quality
(00:44:30) - AI outside of work

How does a firm founded in 1783 stay at the cutting edge of global finance? In this episode, we sit down with Greg Bond, the Chief Investment Officer of Man Group, the world’s largest publicly listed hedge fund, to explore how a legacy of over two centuries continues to evolve. From the rise of multi-strategy investing to leveraging AI and advanced technology for smarter decision-making plus so much more.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Man Group's unique history and the genesis of Man AHL
(00:06:36) - The benefits of a broad background
(00:09:40) - Acquisitions and adding alpha
(00:12:15) - Capitalising on cross-collaboration
(00:14:00) - Private credit
(00:16:17) - Multi-strategy hedge funds
(00:19:29) - Attracting top talent
(00:25:37) - The landscape of systematic investing
(00:29:56) - Developing AI researchers
(00:33:14) - The allocator's dilemma
(00:37:45) - 2026 outlook
(00:42:47) - Pearls of wisdom for listeners starting their career

From hands-on training to mentorship and real-world exposure, the Point72 Academy works with students and interns to demystify the industry and prepare them for careers in investing.

Whether you're a student curious about hedge funds or a professional interested in how top firms develop talent, this conversation offers valuable insights into what it takes to break in—and stand out. Listen in as our Jamie McDonald sits down with Jaimi Goodfriend, Head of Investment Professional Development and Point72 Academy Director.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Hedge Fund Huddle wins an award
(00:01:00) - Point72 Academy's programs
(00:03:27) - Jaimi Goodfriend's career
(00:05:10) - The academy's origins
(00:07:48) - The qualities that make great investors
(00:09:37) - Attracting top talent
(00:11:49) - Day in the life of an intern
(00:13:35) - Transitioning from Analyst to Portfolio Manager
(00:17:55) - An apprenticeship culture
(00:22:02) - The numbers
(00:23:40) - Strategies
(00:26:30) - Advice to future investors

We are seeing a boom in hedge funds in the Middle East but what does it really mean to do business there and what is driving that growth? To help us discuss this topic, Jamie is joined by Chude Chidi-Ofong from Montague Square, Rob Thomas from Centralist Group, and LSEG's Jim Backhouse. What is it like living there? Investing there? And just how do the trends of domiciling in the Cayman Islands translate to the Middle East? Have a listen to our latest episode to find out.

On May 7, 2025, a group gathered in NYC and had the chance to experience the Huddle in person by taking part in an evening filled with fascinating stories and insights from past hedge fund managers. It was a behind-the-scenes look into their world as they shared their personal journeys, key moments, and the lessons they learned throughout their careers. These stories from the frontlines were recorded and are now available in our latest episode of the Hedge Fund Huddle. Listen as we are joined by our moderator, Michael Smith, Global Director, Customer Strategy & Execution at LSEG, Jamie McDonald, Hedge Fund Huddle podcast host, Derek Wallis, Author of ‘Occupy a Job on Wall Street,’ and Tracy Castle-Newman, Retired Managing Director, Morgan Stanley.

We want to hear from you! If you've got questions, comments or would like to be a guest on the Huddle, get in touch with us at [email protected].