Aariz Ery Edzaputra is a rising force in the world of alternative investments, known for his ability to integrate entrepreneurial vision with advanced macroeconomic and systematic finance research. As an Investment Advisor at Balfour Capital Group, he brings a future-forward lens to private wealth management, leveraging global market insights, data analytics, and a deep understanding of economic trends to help clients navigate increasingly sophisticated financial environments.

He is the Founder, CEO, and COO of Atlasio Capital Partners, a progressive alternative investment advisory firm based in Sydney. Aariz leads a globally distributed team of analysts and strategists drawn from top academic institutions such as the Ivy League, Russell Group, and Group of Eight. Under his leadership, Atlasio has developed a reputation for macro-driven, research-intensive investment frameworks, backed by rigorous quantitative modelingand a disciplined approach to risk and portfolio construction.

Aariz is also the co-founder and Head of Fund for Strategy Focus Capital, Australia’s first student-led, systematic multi-asset investment fund. The fund serves as an incubator for innovation in investment strategy, utilizing machine learning, algorithmic trading, and quantitative risk management to generate alpha across asset classes. Aariz spearheaded the initiative not only to bring real-world portfolio management experience to students but also to redefine how young talent can contribute to institutional-grade investment processes. Strategy Focus Capital was directly inspired by the work of Qstodia, a global investment consulting firm founded by Erick Meier, with whom Aariz collaborated closely. Together, they bridged practical quantitative research with structured fund design.

Prior to his current roles, Aariz contributed to global macro research and thematic portfolio development at hedge fund Qstodia, where he honed his skills in identifying high-impact market opportunities and sectoral catalysts. His contributions there supported successful long-only equity strategies and informed several macro-based tactical allocations.

Aariz is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Business Information Systems at the University of Sydney, where he is a scholarship recipient and a recognized leader in the finance and tech community. He is the Founding President of the USYD Forex Investment Association, the university’s first society dedicated to foreign exchange markets and macroeconomic investing. Through this platform, Aariz has built a dynamic hub for students exploring global finance, quantitative analysis, and investment careers, while securing institutional sponsorships from leading CFD and quantitative firms to support workshops, mentorship, and research initiatives.

He holds certifications in Bloomberg Market Concepts and the Oxford Algorithmic Trading Programme. With a unique blend of academic excellence, hands-on portfolio experience, and technical mastery, Aariz brings a holistic approach to investment theory, market dynamics, and emerging financial technologies.

At Balfour Capital Group, Aariz Ery Edzaputra contributes to the firm’s mission of delivering bespoke, high-performance investment strategies. He represents the next generation of finance professionals—globally connected, technologically fluent, and driven by data and discovery.