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Tarek Mansour

Tarek Mansour

Co-founder & CEO at Kalshi, revolutionizing prediction markets

New York, New York
Joined April 2025

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Tarek Mansour is a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Kalshi, the first CFTC-regulated exchange for trading on event outcomes. He has successfully navigated complex regulatory landscapes, even suing the government to expand market offerings, demonstrating a strong commitment to democratizing financial insights. kalshi+4
With a strong background in quantitative finance and technology, including roles at Goldman Sachs, Palantir, Citadel, and AI research at MIT CSAIL, Tarek brings a blend of deep financial expertise and innovative technical acumen to the prediction market space. institutionalinvestor+3
Originating from Lebanon, Tarek Mansour is an MIT graduate with a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Mathematics, and a Master of Engineering. He has shown a commitment to leveraging technology for social good through his research on Breast Cancer Prediction using Deep Learning. kalshi+2
Tarek is an advocate for Tech for Good, Free Speech, and Pro-Ukraine initiatives, reflecting a commitment to societal impact beyond financial innovation. His past as a professional skier and his current hobbies indicate a diverse range of interests. favikon+2

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Used to be a professional skier and spent many years practicing Taekwondo. marketwatch+1

Enjoys watching anime, reading math textbooks, playing soccer or paddle, and trying new NYC restaurants. kalshi

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Sep 19, 2025