Pruthvi Shah

Growing up in a family-owned book publishing business, a passion for books, numbers, and problem-solving developed from a very young age. After completing undergraduate studies, Finvant Research Capital, a quantitative trading firm, was founded. At Finvant, the love for data is combined with entrepreneurial ambition, building innovative solutions to optimize market performance and make data-driven investment decisions.

Education
Bachelors of Arts (B.A) in Foundations of Management - IIM Indore
Work Experience
Founder & Quantitative Trader, Finvant Research Capital Embarked on an entrepreneurial journey in financial markets, starting a proprietary trading firm from scratch. Key Learning Experiences: • Navigated the challenges of bootstrapping a startup, gaining hands-on experience in resource allocation and financial planning • Developed and implemented quantitative trading strategies, enhancing analytical and programming skills • Managed steady growth, increasing assets under management to $5 million over 3.5 years • Expanded operations into new asset classes and markets, learning to adapt strategies to diverse financial environments • Balanced risk and opportunity in building the firm's proprietary trading book This experience fostered a deep understanding of financial markets, entrepreneurship, and strategic growth, laying a strong foundation for business management
Nature of Work
Algorithmic Trader & Strategy Developer Developed and implemented quantitative trading strategies, focusing on: • Rigorous market analysis and research • Advanced risk management techniques • Application of machine learning algorithms Key achievements: • 25%+ CAGR over 2+ years • Maximum drawdown of ~6% • Portfolio Sharpe ratio of 2 Utilized Python and R for strategy development, backtesting, and performance analysis. Collaborated with team members to optimize execution and reduce slippage. Monitored real-time market data to adjust strategies, ensuring consistent performance across varying market conditions. Prepared regular reports for stakeholders, communicating complex quantitative concepts effectively.

Profile

  • Batch Year:2024-26
  • Experience: 4 Year
  • Industry: Banking, Financial services and Insurance
  • Organisation: Finvant Research Capital LLP
  • Email: bpgp24pruthvi@iima.ac.in
  • Phone: XXX-XXX-7969
  • Social connect: LinkedIn | CV