Brian Hurd

Brian Hurd is a Quantitative Analyst at Securian Asset Management, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this role, he is responsible for statistical modeling, quantitative research, and supporting investment decision-making processes within the firm’s investment analysis and research team. His work involves developing models and tools that assist in risk management and asset allocation for institutional portfolios.

Brian’s career at Securian Asset Management began as a Reporting Analyst before advancing to his current position in quantitative analysis. Prior to joining Securian, he worked as a Compliance and Risk Analyst at U.S. Bancorp Investments, focusing on risk monitoring and regulatory compliance for investment activities. While his current mandate covers cross-asset quantitative research, his primary focus is supporting fixed income, public markets, and asset allocation strategies within institutional investment portfolios.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. Brian’s expertise includes quantitative analytics, portfolio risk analysis, and performance measurement, contributing to Securian Asset Management’s reputation for rigorous investment research and disciplined portfolio management. Although not publicly linked to notable public-facing achievements, he plays a key role in the internal analytical and decision-support functions critical to the firm’s investment process.