
Robert Desai
Chief Investment OfficerPerformance Track Record
Robert Desai, 52, is the Chief Investment Officer at Wellington Legacy, where he leads the firm’s investment strategy, market research, and portfolio allocation decisions. With over 35 years of experience in global markets—spanning commodities, options, equities, and macroeconomic analysis—Robert is the architect behind Wellington’s disciplined and forward-thinking investment approach.
As CIO, Robert oversees all trading strategies, with a particular focus on identifying asymmetric opportunities in energy, metals, and crypto options. His deep understanding of market cycles, geopolitical risk, and intermarket correlations allows him to position client portfolios with a blend of precision and adaptability.
Before joining Wellington Legacy, Robert held executive investment roles at multinational asset managers and proprietary trading desks. His ability to balance quantitative rigor with real-world insight has earned him a reputation as a strategic thinker and steady hand in turbulent markets.
Robert collaborates closely with the firm’s risk and operations teams to ensure alignment between strategy, execution, and compliance. His leadership continues to drive Wellington Legacy’s commitment to transparency, performance, and long-term value creation for clients across the globe.