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Michelle joined Global X in 2018. As Head of ETF Model Portfolios, Michelle is responsible for overseeing the ETF model portfolio team in the construction and management of Global X’s suite of ETF model portfolios. Michelle and her team develop the macroeconomic and market views that shape portfolio positioning. Additionally, she works closely with the ETF model portfolio team on maintaining and assessing the quantitative models behind Global X’s thematic model portfolios. Since joining Global X, Michelle has been instrumental in establishing the operational and investment processes for the ETF model portfolio business. Previously, Michelle worked at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in its ETF model portfolio business. Prior to Merrill, Michelle worked for a boutique asset management firm, with a focus on both South African and developed market equities. Michelle has authored papers on portfolio management with a focus on thematic and income focused investing. She also writes about a broad range of economic topics and is frequently quoted in leading financial publications including the Wall Street Journal and CNBC. She has also appeared on leading news and market stations including Bloomberg and Yahoo Finance. Michelle holds a Master’s in International Finance from the Amsterdam Business School and is a CFA Charterholder.