John Roger Y. Gan, RFP®, is a finance and investment professional whose perspective is shaped by long-term market participation, disciplined analysis, and a strong emphasis on risk management. Having practiced stock picking since 2014, he has developed an evidence-based approach to decision-making grounded in strategy, computation, and the ability to reassess investment theses as market conditions evolve.
Lessons From Investments That Did Not Go as Planned
“Yes, a lot. Since I do stock picking since 2014, not every stock thesis I do can be correct. Hence, risk management is paramount. Knowing whether or not to stick to an investment plan must always be backed up by strategy and computations.”
Balancing Risk and Reward in Financial Decisions
“Having enough capital to start my own private equity.”
Current Money Goal
“Having enough capital to start my own private equity.”
How RFP Helped Improve Wealth Building Decisions
“The teachers, mentors and colleagues all have wonderful insights that go beyond the course itself. It’s mostly the network I built during and after undergoing the RFP course that really helped me.”
Most Valuable RFP Lesson and How It Is Applied
“Reinforcing my knowledge on the importance of Behavioral Finance. For I may recognize the behavioral risks and triggers before but without knowing what they are called and how to mitigate or address them. I am able to teach and apply it to my Financial Literacy and Planning Program, as it is the first and most important topic of all.”