Ben Hunt

Co-Founder and President of Perscient

Ben Hunt is president and co-founder of Perscient, an AI research firm and software company that pioneered the use of language models and unstructured data analysis for investment strategies. In 2013, he launched Epsilon Theory, a newsletter and website that examines markets through the lens of narrative. Over 100,000 professional investors and allocators read Epsilon Theory for its fresh perspective and insights into market dynamics. In prior positions, Ben has managed a billion-dollar hedge fund and served as chief strategist and chief risk officer for a $13-billion-dollar asset manager. He has a Ph.D. from Harvard University, was a tenured political science professor, and has co-founded three technology companies.