Ernesto Tong

Ernesto Tong is Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Penserra Capital Management LLC, based in San Francisco. In this role, he leads the portfolio management group, overseeing the investment process and day-to-day management of over 25 sub-advised ETFs, responsible for approximately $1.5 billion in global passive and active equity assets. He develops portfolio management processes to minimize risk and ensure precise portfolio tracking, while also frequently engaging with clients on strategy and investment process.

He brings significant expertise across global equities, fixed income, derivatives, and alternative investments. Before joining Penserra in 2015, Ernesto spent nine years at BlackRock and Barclays Global Investors, where he held portfolio management and research roles. His current focus emphasizes ETF sub-advisory, including the design and management of equity portfolios across developed and emerging markets.

Ernesto holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Davis and is a CFA Charterholder. Known for building effective teams and robust investment processes, he is recognized for driving innovation in asset allocation and portfolio construction. He has also contributed to mentoring teams and the next generation of investment professionals, highlighting his leadership in the ETF and broader investment management sector.