Steven Blackbeard, CFA, is a seasoned finance professional specializing in quantitative research and analysis. With extensive experience as a Senior Quantitative Researcher at both LONGVIEW PARTNERS LLP and Gladstone Management, along with roles as a Quantitative Analyst, Data Analyst, and Performance Analyst at Ninety One, Steven possesses a diverse skill set in quantitative finance. Steven holds a Master's degree in Finance from Alliance Manchester Business School, obtained in 2008, and a degree from The University of Manchester, completed in 2007.