About
Jeb Despard is a Quantitative Investment Analyst at Horizon Investments® in Waxhaw, NC, where he focuses on developing and refining data-driven investment strategies to support the firm’s portfolio management objectives. His role involves applying quantitative techniques to analyze market trends and optimize investment allocations, particularly within systematic and model-based frameworks.
Prior to joining Horizon Investments®, Jeb specialized as an Investment Analyst covering the energy sector at the Roland George Investment Program, where he performed sector research, financial modeling, and asset evaluation for energy equities and related securities. He also served as a Graduate Assistant at Stetson University, contributing to academic research and supporting finance coursework with quantitative rigor.
Jeb holds an MBA in Finance from Stetson University and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics with a concentration in actuarial and financial mathematics. His expertise encompasses quantitative analytics, financial modeling, and sector analysis, with notable experience in energy markets and portfolio risk management.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Investments® | Quantitative Investment Analyst | May 2025 to Present | — |
| Roland George Investment Program | Investment Analyst - Energy Sector | Aug 2024 to May 2025 | -Conducted market research, analyzed financial statements, and developed financial models -Determined security values, prepared reports, and provided investment recommendations -Utilized AI to assist ... |
| Stetson University | Graduate Assistant | Aug 2024 to May 2025 | — |
| Hatter Angel Network | Senior Investment Analyst | Jan 2024 to May 2025 | -Financial Reporting: Adept at analyzing financial statements, projections, and key performance metrics to assess company performance and potential. -Due Diligence: Experienced in conducting comprehen... |
| NCAA | Student Athlete | Aug 2021 to Jul 2024 | -Competed at the Division 1 level at Stetson University for baseball. -Provided leadership and support to my teammate both athletically and academically. |
Education
Stetson University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance
2024 — 2025
Stetson University
Applied Mathematics to Actuarial and Fincancial Mathematics, Bachelor of Science
2021 — 2024
Marvin Ridge High School
High School Diploma
2016 — 2021
Others at Horizon Investments, LLC (12)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Alyson Strode | Trader | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Senior Analyst | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Head of Research and Quantitative Strategies | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Senior Portfolio Manager | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Analyst | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Chief Investment Officer | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Portfolio Analyst | Charlotte, NC , United States |
D Dmitry S. | Analyst | Charlotte, NC , United States |
 | Senior Analyst | Charlotte, NC , United States |
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