About Us

We are a collective of ambitious undergraduate students at Baruch College who manage a portfolio of stocks spanning across a variety of sectors

Our History

2010
The Investment Management Group began with five students as a paper-money fund
2013
IMG received $250,000 to initiate the launch of a real-money, long-only equities portfolio
2020
IMG receives an additional $150,000 in funding, growing the total AUM to $540,000
2021
IMG posted double-digit returns, resulting in an additional $250,000 in funding
2022
The Baruch College Fund granted an additional $200,000, bringing us to over $1 million in AUM

Our Education Methods

The Investment Management Group's core philosophy is that education is a lifelong pursuit and that without proper education, our members will not be able to realize their full potential. 

A majority of a member's education is gained through hands-on experience, exposure to different teams, and self-initiative to explore beyond their knowledge horizon. Nevertheless, to properly equip each member for their role, our Development Team is charged with creating a comprehensive educational program. Headed by the Chief Development Officer, the Development Team holds training seminars, and homework assignments and provides suggested readings and other educational resources that cover a range of topics necessary for the professional success of our members.

At the beginning of every semester, we host educational seminars that highlight an introduction to the financial markets, fundamentals of financial statement analysis, comparative analysis, discounted cash flow analysis, and a primer on equity research. Advanced topics include Event-Driven Investing, Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts, and Restructuring. All new members are mandated to attend as it is a part of their core education.

Investment Coverage

Our Philosophy

We work to find companies that will be able to withstand and grow in any market condition. We believe our long-term approach of holding stocks for up to two years will provide us with the time needed for our stock picks to truly thrive. In our approach to investment decision-making, we ask questions at every step of the way. By considering all possibilities of performance, we believe we are optimally positioned for success. 

Investment Strategy

We use a combination of fundamental and technical analyses to evaluate investment ideas. Through our process, we perform both top-down and bottom-up analysis to narrow down macro-economic and micro-economic factors. We then employ our research to isolate idiosyncratic opportunities in all sectors. 

Consumer Goods & Retail

Food and Beverages, Agribusiness, Household and Personal Care Products, Restaurants, Tobacco, Apparel and Accessories, and Luxury Goods

Energy & Utilities

Oil, Gas, Nuclear, Wind, Solar, Biomass, Geothermal, Power Generation, Water, Electricity, Renewable Energy & Other

Financial Institutions Group (FIG)

Insurance, Mortgage Companies, Asset Managers, Bank and Finance Companies, Credit Card, Governments, Broker-Dealers, and Investment Firms

Healthcare

Healthcare Services, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology and Specialty Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Life-Science Tools

Industrials & Natural Resources

Metals & Mining, Timber, Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, and Housing & Construction

Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT)

Communication, Internet, Digital Media, Semiconductors, IT Services & Payments Processing, Software, Advertising & Marketing, Broadcasting, Entertainment, Wireless, and Telecom Operators

Meet our Leadership

Chief
Executive Officer

Allen Avrakh

LinkedIn | allen.avrakh@baruchimg.com

  • Allen is a senior majoring in Finance & Investments and minoring in Philosophy and Advanced Business Analysis as part of the Zicklin Undergraduate Honors Program at Baruch College. He joined IMG as a Junior Analyst and covered Healthcare as an Analyst and Director. He previously served as the Treasurer as well. Allen will be joining BMO Capital Markets as an Investment Banking Analyst upon graduation. He also held internships at Ascento Capital and Firebird Management. In his free time, Allen enjoys watching New York sports and volunteering for his high school debate team. Allen will manage day-to-day activities, alumni to firm engagement, and serve as the primary contact for the BCF and the Operating Committee.

Chief
Operating Officer

Daniel Stark

LinkedIn | daniel.stark@baruchimg.com

  • Daniel is a junior majoring in Finance & Investments and minoring in Economics and Advanced Business Analysis as part of the Zicklin Undergraduate Honors Program. Daniel joined as a Junior Analyst and covered Financials as an Analyst and Director. Daniel will be interning at BMO Capital Markets as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst next summer. He previously interned at Bessemer Trust and Longwave Financial, and currently interning at KKR. In his free time, Daniel enjoys playing soccer, going to the gym, and teaching kids how to swim. Daniel will oversee the club's operational functions, marketing, and internal logistics, including recruitment initiatives.

Chief
Investment Officer

Aryan Rahman

LinkedIn | aryan.rahman@baruchimg.com

  • Aryan is a senior majoring in Finance & Investments and minoring in Political Science at Baruch College. He started as a Junior Analyst in the club, covered Industrials and TMT as an Analyst, directed Energy & Utilities, and served as the Co-Chief Development Officer in Spring 2023. Aryan interned at BMO Capital Markets as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst this past summer on its Equity Capital Markets team. He previously interned at Hudson Bay Capital Management, UJA Federation of New York, and PineBridge Investments. He enjoys freestyle calisthenics, record collecting, basketball, and mixed martial arts. Aryan will lead the equity selection and allocation, position sizing, and risk management framework across the portfolio alongside the BCF.

Chief
Development Officer

Rudolph Merlin

LinkedIn | rudolph.merlin@baruchimg.com

  • Rudolph is a Dean’s List junior majoring in Finance & Investments and minoring in Economics. He joined IMG as a Junior Analyst and covered healthcare as an Analyst, later becoming the Director of the Energy & Utilities team. He also served as the club Treasurer. Rudolph will be going to BNP Paribas for Sales & Trading as a summer analyst next summer. He previously interned at Take-Two Interactive, Nephron Research, Wolfe Research, and Litespeed Management. In his free time, Rudolph enjoys playing soccer and speed running videogames. Rudolph will direct Saturday workshops covering the fundamentals of Accounting, Valuation, M&A, LBO, Event-Driven Investing, and Financial Restructuring.

Our Top Three Investment Holdings

Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. is a global entertainment, sports, and content company. It operates sports properties like UFC and Professional Bull Rider, manages live events and experiences, and offers talent representation in entertainment and sports. The company also engages in sports data and technology, offering streaming, data feeds, and betting services. Founded in 1898, it is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California.

Sub-Industry: Movies & Entertainment

Builders FirstSource, Inc., a U.S.-based company, manufactures and supplies building materials and services to homebuilders and remodelers. It offers lumber, manufactured components like trusses and panels, windows, doors, and custom products under the Synboard brand. Additionally, it provides siding, insulation, software solutions, and installation services. Founded as BSL Holdings in 1998, it's headquartered in Irving, Texas.

Sub-Industry: Building Products

The Coca-Cola Company, a global beverage manufacturer, markets and sells a wide range of nonalcoholic beverages, including soft drinks, sparkling flavors, water, sports drinks, coffees, and teas. It offers concentrates, syrups, and beverages under brands like Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Costa, and Minute Maid. Operating through a network of bottlers and distributors, it was founded in 1886 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Sub-Industry: Soft Drinks