Francesca Cornelli is a distinguished Professor of Finance at London Business School, renowned for her expertise in corporate finance and alternative investments. With a prolific academic career, Francesca has contributed extensively to the understanding of financial markets and investment strategies. She has been instrumental in shaping academic and practitioner insights through her research and leadership roles, including her contributions at the Insight Summit 2016 hosted by the AQR Asset Management Institute. Francesca's work not only enhances scholarly discourse but also informs practical applications in the investment industry, making her a respected figure in the field of finance.