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  • Mathematics Professor, Hedge Fund Manager, & Blackjack Player
  • Expert in Game Theory
  • NYT bestselling author, ‘Beat the Dealer’

Mathematics professor, hedge fund manager, and blackjack player Dr. Edward O. Thorp is a pioneer in quantitative finance and the quantitative revolution in investing. As founder of the first quantitative hedge fund, Dr. Thorp is an expert in the fields of game theory, functional analysis, probability & statistics, and mathematical finance. To beat roulette, he and the father of information theory, Claude Shannon, invented the first wearable computer. Dr. Thorp is also the New York Times bestselling author of Beat the Dealer, the first book to mathematically prove that the house advantage in blackjack could be overcome by card counting. Dr. Thorp's ability to blend academic rigor with real-world application ensures that his presentations are both intellectually stimulating and practically relevant.

Seen on Science News, Forbes, Bloomberg, Business Insider, and more, Dr. Thorp is a known and respected voice in any community concerned with numbers, probability, and strategic thinking. He has spoken at AQR Capital Management, UCI Libraries, MIT, and more. Dr. Thorp's engaging speaking style will leave a lasting impression, inspiring attendees to think differently about risk and opportunity.

 
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Talks & Conversations with Edward Thorp
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From Casinos to Wall Street: Lessons in Probability and Profit

As the man who found a mathematical strategy to beat roulette and invented card counting, DR. EDWARD O. THORP is acutely attuned to working with probability. Join Dr. Edward O. Thorp as he reveals the secrets to using a probabilistic approach to both finance and life.

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Risk Management: Navigating Uncertainty in Investments and Beyond

Famed quantitative hedge fund founder DR. EDWARD O. THORP’s insightful keynote on making informed decisions in volatile markets offers a new perspective on dealing with uncertainty at large. Dr. Thorp shares his approach to the art of navigating both personal uncertainty and financial risk management in this presentation, sharing that managing risk intelligently can benefit both you and everyone around you. 

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The Psychology of Decision-Making: Insights from the Blackjack Table

Unlock the mysteries of the human mind and explore the psychology behind decision-making with DR. EDWARD O. THORP’s captivating keynote, drawing parallels between the blackjack table and the boardroom.

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Building a Winning Mindset: Lessons from a Mathematician and Professional Gambler

Delve into the mind of a master strategist as DR. EDWARD O. THORP shares invaluable lessons on building resilience, seizing opportunities, and cultivating a winning mindset gleaned from his experiences as a mathematician and professional gambler.

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Beyond the Market: Applying Mathematical Principles to Solve Real-World Problems

Explore the transformative power of mathematical principles in solving real-world challenges with legendary mathematician and hedge fund founder DR. EDWARD O. THORP’s thought-provoking keynote, as he demonstrates how innovative thinking can drive positive change beyond the confines of the financial world.

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