About Orchid AI:Orchid AI is building an AI-native asset management platform that combines quantitative research, machine learning, agentic AI systems, and alternative data to generate differentiated investment insights and systematic investment strategies. Our mission is to create a modern research and portfolio management stack where human expertise and AI work together to discover, validate, and scale alpha opportunities across global markets.
Role Overview:
Orchid is seeking a small group of experienced industry leaders to join its Advisory Board. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of AI adoption within asset management while working closely with the founding team on product strategy, market positioning, enterprise sales, and industry relationships. We are looking for individuals with deep expertise across investment management, hedge funds, asset management technology, institutional sales, compliance, operations, or financial services.
Key Responsibilities:
Advises the leadership team on industry trends, competitive dynamics, and market opportunities.
Provide feedback on product strategy and positioning within institutional investment markets.
Help refine Orchid's long-term vision and growth strategy.
Share perspectives on how leading investment firms are approaching AI adoption.
Help identify emerging challenges and opportunities across hedge funds, asset managers, pension funds, and family offices.
Provide feedback on evolving regulatory and compliance considerations.
Facilitate introductions to relevant industry stakeholders where appropriate.
Support relationship-building with senior decision-makers across asset management and financial services.
Assist in expanding Orchid's visibility within the investment community.
Act as a trusted sounding board for product development and go-to-market initiatives.
Provide candid feedback on customer needs, buying processes, and adoption barriers.
Participate in occasional strategic discussions with prospective clients and partners.
Ideal Background: We are particularly interested in individuals who have experience as:
- CIOs, Portfolio Managers, or Senior Investment ProfessionalsCEOs, COOs, or Operating Partners at investment firms
- Senior executives at hedge funds, asset managers, or family offices
- Heads of Research, Trading, Risk, Operations, or Technology
- Institutional sales or business development leaders
- Fintech founders or executives serving institutional investors
- Former regulators or compliance leaders with buy-side expertise
