Cathie Wood

Cathie Wood is an American investor best known as the founder, chief executive officer and chief investment officer of ARK Invest. She has become a prominent figure in the world of thematic investing, championing a disciplined, research-driven approach that seeks out transformative technologies and new business models across sectors. Wood’s public persona emphasizes a long-term, conviction-driven view of innovation, and she has cultivated a following among investors who are drawn to exposure to disruptive growth opportunities. Her work with ARK Invest places her at the forefront of conversations about how technologies such as automation, genomics, artificial intelligence, and fintech may reshape markets and industries over time.