Leading Quantitative Finance Event Returns to Dallas
The Quaint Quant Conference returns on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the SMU Cox School of Business in Dallas-Fort Worth. Recognized as the South’s only dedicated quantitative finance event, the conference brings together professionals, academics, and students to explore innovations shaping financial markets and data-driven strategy.
Now in its fourth year, the event has grown from a regional gathering into a national destination for the quantitative finance community. As a result, it attracts experts in mathematics, statistics, AI, machine learning, computational modeling, risk management, and financial analytics.
Strong Partnerships Driving Innovation
The 2026 edition is presented in partnership with Agora Data, SMU Cox School of Business, and Fancy Quant. Together, these organizations reflect the expanding influence of quantitative practice across the financial sector.
Moreover, hosting the conference at SMU Cox places it at the center of Dallas’ growing finance and technology ecosystem. The academic setting encourages collaboration while strengthening connections between industry and emerging talent.
What Attendees Can Expect
Participants will experience an intentionally casual yet high-value environment designed for meaningful engagement. Specifically, the conference offers:
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Deep-dive technical presentations
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Applied discussions on quantitative finance trends
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Career-focused sessions for students and professionals
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Networking opportunities with leaders in banking, fintech, and academia
Importantly, the 2025 conference featured speakers from institutions such as Morgan Stanley, BlackRock, KeyBank, JPMorgan Chase, Google, and H2O.ai, reinforcing its growing national presence.
Why This Conference Matters
Industry leaders emphasize that events like this are essential as quantitative finance continues to evolve at an extraordinary pace. By fostering collaboration across research, banking, fintech, and academia, the conference supports innovation while preparing professionals for future challenges.
Furthermore, growing demand for quantitative skills across industries makes such gatherings increasingly valuable. From AI-driven modeling to financial analytics and risk assessment, the event highlights the practical applications shaping modern finance.
Ultimately, the 2026 conference strengthens the South’s position in the national quantitative finance landscape while creating new opportunities for learning, networking, and long-term collaboration.
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