Zheng Kuang

Zheng Kuang is a Senior Quantitative Research Analyst at Conning, based in Avon, CT. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing quantitative models to support investment strategies, focusing on risk analytics and portfolio construction specific to the insurance and asset management sectors. His expertise includes quantitative analysis across fixed income and structured products, with an emphasis on multi-asset portfolio solutions relevant to institutional clients.

Prior to joining Conning, Kuang served as a Data Scientist at UnitedHealthcare from July 2022 to November 2024, advancing data-driven insights for healthcare analytics. He also held the position of Intern Manager at UnitedHealthcare, where he supervised and mentored interns on team projects, contributing to operational efficiency and innovation in healthcare data applications.

Kuang earned his Bachelor of Applied Science in Finance from the University of Connecticut, equipping him with a strong foundation in financial modeling and quantitative methods. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a focus on leveraging data science and quantitative finance to enhance investment decisions in insurance and healthcare sectors, building a reputation for rigorous analysis and effective cross-functional collaboration.