David is the director of applied research at IMC. Prior to joining the company in 2021, David was the director of research at Denali Advisors, an institutional equity manager with US and Non-US strategies. He has additional experience in research and risk management from Nicholas-Applegate Capital Management. David also serves as an adjunct instructor in the Department of Mathematics at San Diego City College. He has 15 years of investment experience. David received a Ph.D. in Mathematics at the University of California, San Diego, a Master of Science in Applied Mathematics and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics from San Diego State University. David has published papers in the Journal of Investment Management, Financial Analyst Journal, and Applied Economics, among other financial publications. He has been awarded the “Harry M. Markowitz, Special Distinction Award” from The Journal of Investment Management.