Karl Fries, CFA

Quantitative Investment Analyst

With a background in multi-asset investments, corporate finance, and sustainable business operations, Karl works to develop investment opportunities that create economic value and positive environmental and social impact.

Karl joined Arjuna Capital in March 2022 as the Quantitative Investment Analyst and serves on the Investment Team. He lends his expertise in quantitative research, digesting vast amounts of market, economic, and ESG data into actionable investment insights.  Karl also works closely with Arjuna’s partners on portfolio construction and risk management for Arjuna’s equity strategies and fulfilling bespoke client requests.

Previously, Karl was Chief of Staff and Senior Finance Manager at the Appalachian Mountain Club and a Quantitative Investment Associate at Putnam Investments.

He holds an MBA from the Yale School of Management and graduated cum laude from Colgate University with a BA in Physics and Applied Mathematics.

Outside of work, Karl and his wife enjoy exploring the outdoors in all seasons and in any weather. He also enjoys volunteering for his local, Colgate alumni, and Yale SOM alumni communities.