Bill Weeks
Quantitative Research Analyst at Argent Capital Management LLC
About
Bill Weeks is a Senior Research Analyst, Quantitative at Argent Capital Management LLC in Lee's Summit, MO. He is responsible for developing and applying machine-learning algorithms to enhance Argent’s equity models, contributing to advanced quantitative investment strategies. His work integrates both quantitative and fundamental analysis, particularly within Argent’s Mid Cap and SMID Cap strategies, aiming to deliver robust and enduring investment performance across U.S. equity markets.
Bill Weeks specializes in quantitative research and investment modeling, with a focus on U.S. large-cap, mid-cap, and SMID-cap equities. He leverages artificial intelligence and multifactor quantitative models to inform investment decisions, blending data-driven insights with fundamental analysis to optimize portfolio construction and risk management.
With over 20 years of industry experience, Bill previously served as Senior Quantitative Analyst at American Century Investments and Director of Quantitative Research at the Kauffman Foundation. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and dual B.S. degrees in Physics and Electrical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis. Bill is a CFA charterholder and recognized for pioneering AI-enabled predictive modeling and value creation analytics in the investment industry.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argent Capital Management LLC | Quantitative Research Analyst | Jan 2020 to Present | — |
| American Century Investments | Senior Quantitative Analyst | Sep 2015 to Sep 2019 | Responsible for all aspects of research and development for the quantitative strategy used in the Adaptive Equity and Adaptive Small Cap Funds Applied machine-learning algorithms such as decision tree... |
| Kauffman Foundation | Director of Quantitative Research | Dec 2008 to Feb 2015 | Responsible for a wide variety of quant projects related to a diverse portfolio consisting of public equities and private partnerships Created multifactor quantitative investment models using model pa... |
| American Century Investments | Quantitative Researcher | Jul 2005 to Nov 2008 | Engaged in quantitative research and development in the American Century Research Center in order to improve portfolio returns for a large group of portfolio managers in the firm Created quantitative ... |
| Missouri University of Science and Technology | Assistant Professor | Sep 2000 to Jul 2005 | Performed research and teaching duties in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. Research interests included study of data retrieval from 2-D optical data storage devices, cryptography, ... |
| iOptics, Inc | Consultant | Jun 1997 to Mar 1999 | iOptics was a Seattle-based start-up company founded by the investor of the CD-ROM, Jim Russell. Developed efficient modulation and demodulation algorithms for novel 2-D optical data storage systems. |
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Electrical Engineering
1996 — 2000
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master of Science (M.S.), Electrical Engineering
1994 — 1996
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Physics
1990 — 1994
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering
1990 — 1994
Others at Argent Capital Management LLC (13)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
D Denise Pearman | Managing Director of Distribution | Denver, CO , United States |
J Jed Ellerbroek | Senior Research Analyst | Saint Louis, MO , United States |
K Ken Crawford | Portfolio Manager | St. Louis, MO , United States |
| Portfolio Manager and Senior Research Analyst, Quantitative | St. Louis, MO , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager, Small | SMid Cap Equity | St. Louis, MO , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Ballwin, MO , United States | |
| Senior Equity Analyst | St. Louis, MO , United States | |
| Senior Analyst | St. Louis, MO , United States | |
B Brian Reynolds | Senior Research Analyst | St. Louis, MO , United States |
| Senior Business Analyst | Sri Lanka |
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