Albert Hopfer

Al joined Bard Associates in 2018 as our operations analyst. He ensures that client portfolio data is correct across our internal systems and at our custodians. He also helps create processes to make us more efficient and serve our clients better.

Prior to Bard, Al spent 8 years in the United States Army, leaving as an E-5 (Sergeant). Deploying under Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2009 as a wheeled vehicle mechanic, he maintained and repaired a fleet of HMMWV’s and Mine-Resistant, Ambush Protected Vehicles (MRAPs), as well as leading his Battalion in driver’s training.

When Al isn’t crunching data, he spends his time reading and staying active at the gym, in addition to his favorite hobby: flying trapeze.