October 15, 2025
Meg Caffrey and Katie Samuels Named Leading Women in Hedge Funds
We are proud to share that Meg Caffrey, Chief Administrative Officer & Interim COO of Schonfeld’s Systematic Strategies, and Katie Samuels, Chief of Staff to our CEO and CIO Ryan Tolkin, have been honored in The Hedge Fund Journal’s 2025 recognition of the 50 Leading Women in Hedge Funds. The annual report showcases exceptionally talented women working in the hedge fund industry.
The publication cited Meg’s 26-year track record at the firm and her central role in launching key initiatives across the Systematic platform, and Katie’s position as a trusted advisor to the firm’s Executive Committee and her central role in helping Schonfeld grow to where it is today.
Please join us in congratulating Meg and Katie.
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