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Riz Thakir

Vice President - Finance·Two Sigma Ventures

Bio

Professional summary

Riz Thakir is Vice President - Finance at Two Sigma Ventures, responsible for portfolio company valuations, financial and investor reporting, performance analytics, and fund operations. He joined Two Sigma in 2013 and has held several finance roles while working on technology projects for the firm's illiquid investment businesses. He began his career at Ernst & Young in financial services assurance and business advisory services.

Background

Career, education, and skills

Career history

  • Two Sigma VenturesVice President - Finance2013 – Present
  • Ernst & Young LLPFinancial Services Assurance and Business Advisory

Education

  • University at AlbanyB.S. in Business Administration, concentration in Financial Analysis & Accounting

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Frances Schwiep

Partner

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