InvestOps USA 2026

March 9 - 11, 2026

JW Marriott Grande Lakes, Orlando

Andrew Rife

Andrew Rife

Chief Technical Advisor for Investment Data Systems Vanguard
Andrew Rife
Andrew Rife is the Chief Technical Advisor for Investment Data Systems at Vanguard, where he leads strategic initiatives that advance the firm’s investment data capabilities. With deep expertise in data architecture and operational modernization, Andrew partners closely with technology and data leaders to accelerate Vanguard’s transformation toward more automated, efficient, and insight‑rich investment operations.

Buy Side Innovation Day | March 9th

10:25 AM Oxford Style Debate: AI vs The Human Touch: The future of Investment Operations will primarily be automated, driven by AI processes – Agree or Disagree?

  • Where will AI have the biggest impact across the investment operations lifecycle?
  • What barriers are preventing AI from scaling beyond pilots?
  • How do you balance automation with the need for human oversight and judgment?
  • Which AI use cases are delivering measurable ROI today?

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Andrew.

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