Meet the Insiders – The RiosQuant team is a dynamic group of professionals who have spent years collaborating, blending diverse expertise to create innovative trading and investment strategies. Our success lies in our energetic culture and the powerful synergies generated by a multidisciplinary team. With specialized skills in market analysis, strategy development, software programming, trading, and risk management, we bring a comprehensive approach to navigating the complexities of global markets.
Leading the team is our founder, Joe Garcia-Rios, a Wall Street insider, seasoned market strategist and former professional fund manager with over 30 years of experience in the global financial markets. Renowned for his sharp analytical skills and forward-thinking approach, Joe has an exceptional grasp of macroeconomic trends, technical analysis, and intermarket dynamics. His career includes roles at major financial institutions such as Prudential Securities, Citibank, and Salomon Smith Barney.
During his tenure at Prudential Securities, Joe was a portfolio manager for the Quantum Portfolio Management Program, an investment management initiative that utilized disciplined quantitative models. The program incorporated extensive fundamental, technical, and statistical analysis to optimize investment decisions. Joe’s innovative contributions in this role solidified his reputation for excellence in quantitative and systematic investing.
Over the years, Joe has received several industry awards and recognition from prominent financial institutions, including Franklin Templeton Group and Oppenheimer Funds, highlighting his exceptional contributions to the field of investment management.
As a fund manager, Joe excelled in managing multi-asset portfolios, leveraging his expertise across equities, fixed income, foreign currencies, commodities, and derivatives to deliver consistent performance through various market cycles. His ability to uncover emerging opportunities while managing risks has established him as a trusted leader in both institutional and private client spaces.
Today, Joe channels his extensive market knowledge into his role as a strategist, delivering actionable insights to traders, investors, and financial institutions. By integrating macroeconomic analysis, behavioral finance, and market psychology, he develops strategies designed to anticipate trends and seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving market environment.
Joe’s influence extends beyond trading. He is a frequent contributor to financial publications, a sought-after speaker at industry events, and a mentor to aspiring traders. His mission is to equip others with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in an ever-changing financial landscape.
When he’s not immersed in the markets, Joe finds balance in the Caribbean West Indies, where he has spent much of the past six years. Sailing, fishing, and embracing the vibrant island life provide him with a refreshing contrast to the fast-paced world of finance. His passion for the sea and the tranquil rhythm of island living reflect the harmony he brings to his professional and personal pursuits.