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    Christopher R. Ellis

    EVP, Head of Strategic Initiatives at Factset Research Systems Inc
    Since November 1, 2023
    Education
    Graduated from Stanford University and holds the CFA designation.
    Tenure
    Joined FDS in 1994 in Client Solutions, advancing through roles including Vice President of Portfolio Manager Workstation Sales, Director of Portfolio Analytics, and head of business development before being appointed EVP, Head of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships on November 1, 2023.

    Also at Factset Research Systems Inc

    About

    Christopher R. Ellis serves as the Executive Vice President, Head of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at FactSet Research Systems Inc., a role he assumed on November 1, 2023.

    He is a graduate of Stanford University and is a CFA charterholder, credentials that underpin his strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic thinking.

    Starting his career at FactSet in 1994 within the Client Solutions department, he has held several key positions including developing the Portfolio Manager Workstation Sales business unit, serving as Vice President, and later as Director of Portfolio Analytics, highlighting his significant contributions to the firm's growth and evolution.

    Over nearly three decades, his journey at FactSet has been marked by continuous upward mobility, culminating in leading the company’s strategic initiatives and partnerships, which supports the firm's commitment to delivering enhanced services and solutions to asset managers and asset owners.

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    FactSet Head of Business Development N/A Managed a series of successful acquisitions and strategic partnerships
    FactSet Development Team Leader for FactSet's Core Workstation N/A Led the development team for FactSet's Core Workstation
    FactSet Director of Portfolio Analytics N/A Transitioned to this role after success in the Portfolio Manager Workstation Sales unit
    FactSet Vice President, Portfolio Manager Workstation Sales N/A Defined and expanded this business unit
    FactSet Client Solutions N/A Joined FactSet in 1994