Julia Bonafede

Julia is the co-founder of Rosetta Analytics Inc, “an alternative asset manager that is pioneering the use of advanced artificial intelligence to build and actively manage liquid investment strategies.” Prior to co-founding Rosetta, Julia served as President of Wilshire Consulting and was a member of Wilshire’s Board of Directors and Consulting Investment Committee. Julia joins the show to take a deep dive into deep reinforcement learning and Rosetta’s pioneering work using AI as the basis of its investment strategies. Important Links: Rosetta Analytics Julia’s LinkedIn Show Notes: Julia’s journey from Wilshire to Rosetta Defining deep reinforcement learning AI and non-linear thinking Using adaptive models Overcoming the human need for ‘why’ Pitching deep reinforcement learning models to new investors Telling positive stories about AI; improving our discourse “Wake up and look for the joy”; “overcoming fear is the biggest barrier to success” Books Mentioned: What Works on Wall Street: A Guide to the Best-Performing Investment Strategies of All Time; by Jim O’Shaughnessy The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World; by David Deutsch The Fourth Turning: An American Prophecy - What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America's Next Rendezvous with Destiny; by William Strauss and Neil Howe

Julia Bonafede, Co-founder of Rosetta Analytics and former President of Wilshire Consulting, joins Jim Dunn, CEO and CIO of Verger Capital. They discuss the transformative impact of AI in investment strategies, focusing on neural networks and reinforcement learning. Julia shares insights on the challenges in adopting AI for asset management and the evolution of investment consulting. Jim reveals why he invested in Rosetta and how it fits into Verger’s portfolio. Their conversation also touches on the importance of adaptive strategies in managing risk and optimizing returns.

Julia Bonafede, co-founder of Rosetta Analytics AI and a judge for the Top 50 Women in Web3 and AI, joins the discussion to highlight the groundbreaking contributions of women in these fields. She emphasizes the need for ethical foundations in Web3 and AI, stressing how female leaders advocate for responsible practices. The conversation also celebrates the often-overlooked achievements of women, calling for greater visibility to foster trust and innovation. Ultimately, it champions the importance of amplifying women's voices in technology.