The minds behind Calvin
Calvin Risk’s interdisciplinary team draws on cutting edge experience across commercial and technical industries.
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I am CEO and co-founder of Calvin Risk. My academic background is computational physics with a degree from ETH Zurich. In particular, I focused on the development of AI-based forward modeling software of astronomical surveys and dark matter experiments. During the last 4 years, I have worked in Venture Capital, supporting and financing Europe’s upcoming industrial software and hardware companies, most recently at btov Partners.
Aside from my desire to help companies transition to high-value, high-performance, low-risk AI, I am passionate about getting to know other cultures and people, kiting into the sunset, and learning more about new technological paradigms!
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I’m CTO and co-founder at Calvin Risk. Before Calvin Risk, I spent the last six years in risk management and technology consulting. Additionally, I am part of the stochastic finance research group at ETH, where we are doing research into machine learning methods for finance. In these roles, I had the chance to learn about technology usage in big enterprises and the various challenges connected to it.
Outside of work, I love spending time in nature and I am a big fan of indoor rock climbing. Additionally, I love playing chess and always very happy to accept a challenge! ♟
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I'm the Commercial & Customer Success Lead at Calvin Risk. My background is in business and finance from UZH and HSG. In my almost six years of professional experience, I've gathered various expertise - taking off with consulting in financial services industry, followed by shaping the future of mobility in a startup environment, and finishing with managing large customer portfolio from profitability perspective in a renown FMCG company prior to embarking on AI journey! 🚀
Besides working on Calvin's mission, I love to stay fit by engaging in various sport arts, enjoy great food with a glass of good red wine and explore the world.
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I joined Calvin Risk as an AI researcher. I have a solid educational background in quantitative finance. During the past years, I have worked at international financial institution, investment management company, and university, where I developed my quantitative analysis skills and gained AI research experience. In the era of artificial intelligence, I am excited to apply these innovative tools together with domain-specific knowledge on solving business problems.
In my spare time, I enjoy hiking and immersing myself in nature, doing yoga or workouts at the gym to keep fit, and strolling in cities to discover interesting shops.
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I am Principal Data Scientist at Calvin Risk. Prior to joining the Calvin team, I worked on multiple data, ML, and network theory initiatives within the global financial markets industry.
When I'm not on the job you will either find me immersed in a paperback book (or an e-ink tablet), doing charity work or chasing the next outdoor adventure! 🏞
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I am an automotive engineer by trade with extensive experience in enterprise software and IT. I am fascinated by fast-growing, founder-led companies, having worked in two such – valantic, where I spent four years, and TCG, where I am currently working, and having co-founded Calvin Risk.
When I don’t work, I am very much drawn to mountains – be it skiing, hiking, climbing, or canyoning. I also enjoy reading, traveling, and good company.
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I am a Frontend Web Developer at Calvin Risk. I have a strong mathematical and algorithmic background from my studies at the Faculty of Computing in Belgrade. I am very passionate about anything that has to do with technology, especially Frontend Development and AI.When I am not at work you will find me watching and playing sports, working out in the gym, or hanging out with my friends.
I am also a big travel enthusiast, I love exploring the world and meeting new cultures. 🗺️
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I am an AI researcher and software engineer at Calvin Risk. My educational background is in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Mathematics and I hold a master’s degree from the University of York. I have four years of experience in the research and development of AI systems for the insurance industry. Throughout this time, I have worked on many projects in machine learning, computer vision, and NLP and have gained valuable insight into every step of the development cycle. I am passionate about AI research and innovation and strongly believe in trustworthy, interpretable, and data-centric AI.
Outside work, I enjoy traveling to the country side and abroad, playing boardgames, and working on my next DIY home automation project.
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My name is Shelby and I am entering the third year of my BSc in International Economics and Finance at Bocconi University. My experience lies in strategic consulting, stock & options trading, and various marketing-related positions — leading to my main interests in FinTech, AI applications, and overall optimization of trends.
In my free time I enjoy drawing, chess, traveling to unique places, and finding new hidden cafes in the area!
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I am currently working as a Data Scientist Intern at Calvin Risk, leveraging my academic background in Computer Science and Engineering from Politecnico di Milano, where I completed both my bachelor's and master's degrees. Currently, I am completing my Ph.D. in Data Analytics and Decision Science at the GeCo Group in Politecnico di Milano and have recently spent a year as visiting research assistant in the Data to AI Lab group at MIT. My doctoral research is focused on making data science accessible to non-technical users by providing them with effective tools to gain insights from their data and answer their research questions.
Outside of my professional pursuits, I love engaging in a variety of sports activities and I enjoy staying in shape by running, hiking, and practicing kickboxing. Additionally, I am passionate about cooking and baking for my friends when I am not traveling around the world!🌎
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I joined Calvin Risk as an AI Software Engineer, with focus on the exciting field of Large Language Models. My educational background involves multiple disciplines from business and economics to machine learning and big data modeling. My experinece in tech and financial institutions allowed me to gather invaluable insights about the data cycle specifics in those fields and my passion for AI helps me leverage this knowledge into building modern algorhitmic solutions.
Outside of tinkering with the newest model in town, in my free time i enjoy hiking, playing tennis, spending quality time with friends or just diving in the economics and technology news!
Our Mission
Calvin Risk is on a mission to enable Artificial Intelligence where we are committed to create and manage trustworthy AI that is aligned with humanity.
Calvin Risk is a place where great people join their forces to create something even greater! We empower team players who are driven by passion, ownership, integrity and respect. We look for those who think like entrepreneurs and want to change the world for the sake of humanity, who thrive in excellence and have fun together - we want to go far and we want to go together with you!
...is at Bluelion in Zurich.


...is highly motivated.
...at ETH entrepreneur club.

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