24th June, 2025 - Tuesday

6:00 PM IST

8:30 AM EST

8:30 PM SGT

Meet the Speakers

Gain insights from professionals and mentors who’ve shaped their careers and others’ through real-world quant experience, cutting-edge research, and successful transitions.
Jay Parmar
Jay Parmar

Quantitative Researcher, iRage
EPAT Faculty

Mrinall Mahajan
Mrinall Mahajan

Vice President, BlackRock
EPAT Alumnus

Tomás V. García-Purriños, CFA, CAIA
Tomás V. García-Purriños, CFA, CAIA

Senior Asset Allocation Strategist, Santander Asset Management
EPAT Alumnus

Rohan Mathews
Rohan Mathews

Global Sales Head,
QuantInsti

Webinar Schedule

Webinar Schedule

8:30 AM EST

6:00 PM IST

8:30 PM SGT

Jay Parmar
Session 1: Blueprint for a High-Impact Quant Portfolio
Kick off the webinar with a deep-dive into the core of a successful quant trading portfolio. Jay will walk you through:
  • How to come up with strategy ideas rooted in data
  • Performing rigorous backtesting with meaningful metrics
  • Where machine learning fits into real trading workflows
  • Making your models execution-ready
  • What separates good portfolios from great ones
With Jay’s experience in active trading and EPAT mentoring, this session will set the tone for how to think like a quant.

09:15 AM EST

06:45 PM IST

09:15 PM SGT

Mrinall Mahajan Tomás V. García-Purriños
Session 2: Real Stories, Real Shifts – EPAT® Alumni Journeys
Hear first-hand how two professionals transitioned into quant roles from very different backgrounds. This session will cover:
  • Their motivation to switch to algorithmic trading
  • The capstone projects they built during EPAT®
  • Key learnings and roadblocks they overcame
Perfect for anyone evaluating the real-world impact of the EPAT® programme.

09:45 AM EST

07:15 PM IST

09:45 PM SGT

Rohan
Session 3: Unpacking EPAT® – Curriculum, Mentorship & Career Support
This session will give you a complete inside look at EPAT®:
  • Curriculum breakdown: Python, Statistics, ML, Risk, and more
  • How mentorship and projects are structured
  • Lifetime learning access and alumni benefits
  • Placement support and where our learners are working today
By the end, you’ll know exactly how EPAT® can shape your journey into quant finance.

10:15 AM EST

07:45 PM IST

10:15 PM SGT

Jay Parmar Mrinall Mahajan Tomás V. García-Purriños Rohan
Live Q&A: Ask Me Anything
Bring your questions—big or small—and get real answers from mentors, alumni, and the QuantInsti team. Whether you're curious about EPAT®, quant careers, project building, or upskilling paths, this session is your open forum.

    Who should attend?

    Aspiring Quants

    Aspiring quants ready to enter algorithmic trading

    Finance Professionals

    Finance professionals upskilling for the data-driven age

    Tech Experts & Coders

    Tech experts and coders applying their skills to financial markets

    Students & Career-Switchers

    Students and career-switchers seeking clarity and direction in quant finance

    Anyone Curious

    Anyone curious about building real-world trading strategies and showcasing them professionally

    Register Now

    About the Speakers

    Jay Parmar

    Jay Parmar

    Quantitative Researcher, iRage | EPAT Faculty | Co-author, Python Basics: With Illustrations from the Financial Markets

    Jay is a core contributor to QuantInsti’s curriculum and a seasoned practitioner in quantitative research and trading strategy development. At iRage, one of India’s leading algorithmic trading firms, he works on building scalable and data-driven trading models. With a background in computer science and several years in the BFSI sector, Jay bridges academic concepts and their real-world applications. He actively mentors EPAT participants and is passionate about simplifying complex topics like machine learning, strategy development, and execution.

    Mrinall Mahajan

    Mrinall Mahajan

    Vice President, BlackRock | EPAT Alumnus | Ex - Mastercard, American Express, EXL

    Mrinall Mahajan is a Vice President at BlackRock, specialising in quantitative strategy, risk modelling, and data-driven financial product development. A certified FRM®, IIT Kanpur graduate and an EPAT alumnus, Mrinall brings cross-functional expertise across product management, quantitative research, and advanced analytics. His work combines domain precision with technological depth, delivering models and frameworks that power intelligent investment decisions at scale.

    Tomás V. García-Purriños, CFA, CAIA

    Tomás V. García-Purriños, CFA, CAIA

    Senior Asset Allocation Strategist, Santander Asset Management | EPAT Alumnus | Quant Researcher | Behavioural Finance Educator

    Tomás brings nearly 20 years of experience in investment management, asset allocation, and quantitative strategy. At Santander Asset Management, he works on multi-asset allocation and tactical investment strategies, integrating AI into investment processes to improve market analysis and to identify and correct behavioural biases. He is a CFA and CAIA charterholder, holds dual degrees in Law and Financial Markets, a Master’s in Economic Analysis, and is an EPAT® alumnus. With deep expertise in market analysis, model development, and investment advisory, Tomás offers a unique blend of academic insight and practical experience.

    Rohan Mathews

    Rohan Mathews

    Global Sales Head, QuantInsti

    Rohan leads global outreach and sales initiatives at QuantInsti. He’ll walk you through the entire EPAT programme—from the curriculum and mentorship experience to long-term outcomes. With firsthand experience guiding thousands of professionals across 195 countries, he brings practical clarity on how EPAT empowers learners with in-demand skills and industry connections.

    About EPAT® by QuantInsti

    Executive Programme in Algorithmic Trading - EPAT® by QuantInsti® provides unparalleled training for individuals seeking to advance in algorithmic and quantitative trading. Designed to equip traders with essential skills, it comprehensively covers derivatives, quantitative trading, electronic market making, trading technology, and risk management, ensuring participants are well-prepared for success. Through the programme, participants receive mentorship from industry experts and gain invaluable hands-on experience in developing advanced trading strategies using popular tools and platforms. With mentorship, lifetime learning access, job placement support, and a network of alumni across 195+ countries, EPAT® is where quant careers begin.

    Secure Your Spot — It’s Free to Attend

    The best time to start building your future in quant finance is now.

    Let this webinar be your first confident step.

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