Karl Fries, MBA, CFA

Portfolio Manager
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 and sustainable value. 

Karl joined Arjuna Capital in March 2022.  He works with clients to create sustainable investment portfolios and serves on the Investment Team. Karl lends his expertise in quantitative research, transforming market, economic, and sustainability data into actionable investment insights.  He also supports portfolio construction and risk management of Arjuna’s equity strategies.

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. Karl is also an adjunct professor at Endicott College teaching MBA-level courses on investing.