Richard Siaw, CFA brings over 14 years of experience in investment management and advisory, with deep expertise across exchange-traded funds (ETFs), portfolio strategy, and wealth management. As Director, Asia at Global X ETFs, Richard leads the firm’s institutional and strategic relationships across the region, advising asset managers, private banks, family offices, and platforms on ETF implementation and investment solutions.
Prior to joining Global X in 2022, Richard held senior leadership roles at Premia Partners, VanEck, Vanguard, Brandes Investment Partners, and Allianz Global Investors, consistently bridging product innovation with client-centric strategy across Asia-Pacific markets.
Richard is a frequent speaker at global investment forums and is highly regarded for his ability to distill macro insights into practical, actionable investment ideas. His academic foundation includes a Master of Science in Technopreneurship and Innovation from the University of Washington–Nanyang Technological University joint program, along with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from NTU.
His multi-disciplinary approach is backed by an impressive suite of professional designations, including CFA, CAIA, FRM, CIPM, CETF, SCR, CMA and more—reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and cross-domain expertise.