Ryan Bailey

Paradigm Institutional Investors

Ryan Bailey, an acknowledged graduate of Yale University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, has made major contributions to the world of finance during his career. He began his journey at the equities research divisions of major companies such as Smith Barney, Deutsche Bank, and Credit Suisse First Boston, earning excellent experience in investment analysis and market research. Ryan’s drive to professional development is evident via his acquisition of various qualifications, including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA), and Chartered Market Technician (CMT).

Currently, Ryan has prominent roles on the investing committees of recognized organizations, including the American Heart Association, Texas Employee Retirement System, Dallas Police and Fire, and Parkland Hospital. His experience is sought after as a director on the board of Blue Dolphin Energy (BDCO) and as a board member for the Texas Alternative Investment Association, Bridgeway Capital Management, STREAM Foundation, Portfolios with Purpose, and Dallas CFA Society. Ryan also serves as an Angel for the Texas Wall Street Women and functions as a Strategic Advisor for Carbonado Partners.

Prior to joining Paradigm, Ryan received distinction for his job as the Head of Investments at Children’s Health System of Texas, where he expertly managed assets totalling $1.8 billion across different portfolios, including the hospital’s pension, foundation, operational cash, and long-term pools. As the founding investment officer, Ryan played a vital role in creating the investment department, designing and executing systems, procedures, and governance structures to create a top-tier endowment office.

Ryan’s knowledge extends further to his position as the Investment Officer and Interim Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of the Meadows Foundation. In this capacity, he successfully drove the due diligence process, contributed to the formulation of strategic asset allocation, and designed and executed investment strategies to achieve competitive performance.

Ryan’s accomplishments have garnered him numerous honors and recognitions from major organizations such as Institutional Investor, Asset International – Chief Investment Officer Magazine (aiCIO), and Trusted Insight. These honors are a testament to his extraordinary contributions to the field of finance and investment management.

With his significant expertise and proven track record, Ryan Bailey offers a wealth of knowledge and strategic insights to the team at Paradigm, enhancing the firm’s capacity to create great investment solutions and drive superior outcomes for clients.