Philippe Heilberg

Philippe Heilberg’s Biography

Philippe Heilberg is an accomplished financial executive with expertise in commodities trading, investment management, and climate risk solutions.

He earned both a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Master of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Philippe began his career as a foreign-exchange trader at Salomon Brothers, gaining early experience in international capital markets. He went on to become a Partner at AIG Trading Group, where he led the Global Emerging Markets division and managed trading and investment strategies across multiple regions.

In 2001, Philippe founded Family Office a New York based investment firm. As Chairman and CEO, he guided the company’s strategy across natural resources, agriculture, and frontier markets, with a focus on long-term, research driven commitments. He served in this role until 2018.

Philippe co-founded Arbol Inc., a financial technology company specializing in parametric weather insurance products. Philippe oversees operations and financial strategy, helping... Philippe Heilberg is an accomplished financial executive with expertise in commodities trading, investment management, and climate risk solutions.

He earned both a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Master of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Philippe began his career as a foreign-exchange trader at Salomon Brothers, gaining early experience in international capital markets. He went on to become a Partner at AIG Trading Group, where he led the Global Emerging Markets division and managed trading and investment strategies across multiple regions.

In 2001, Philippe founded Family Office a New York based investment firm. As Chairman and CEO, he guided the company’s strategy across natural resources, agriculture, and frontier markets, with a focus on long-term, research driven commitments. He served in this role until 2018.

Philippe co-founded Arbol Inc., a financial technology company specializing in parametric weather insurance products. Philippe oversees operations and financial strategy, helping guide the firm’s growth. He also co-founded dClimate, a decentralized platform dedicated to climate data and carbon credit verification, advancing transparency and reliability in global climate markets.

Philippe has contributed to industry dialogue through publications and speaking engagements at institutions including the Wharton School, New York University, and Duke University. His career reflects a consistent focus on combining financial expertise with innovative approaches to risk management and sustainability.

In addition, Philippe is actively engaged in philanthropy. He has supported the Jewish National Fund USA, contributing to programs in sustainability, education, and community development. He also donated the first Torah scroll to the Jewish community of Aruba, underscoring his commitment to heritage, culture, and strengthening Jewish life worldwide. READ MORE VIEW LESS

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Philippe Heilberg’s Background

Arbol Inc.

Co-Founder

Jun 2018 - Present

San Juan, PR

Arbol is a financial technology company that provides parametric insurance and climate risk management solutions. Using advanced data analytics, smart contracts, and blockchain technology, Arbol enables businesses, farmers, and organizations to hedge against weather and climate-related risks. The company’s platform facilitates transparent, efficient, and customizable risk transfer products, helping clients manage uncertainty in agriculture, energy, and other climate-sensitive sectors.

Arbol Inc.

President & COO/CFO

Jun 2018 - Dec 2022

New York, NY, USA

dClimate

Co-Founder

Jan 2021 - Present

New York, NY, USA

dClimate is the world’s first transparent, decentralized marketplace where climate data, forecasts, and models are standardized, monetized, and distributed. The marketplace connects data publishers directly with data consumers, making climate data more accessible and reliable. dClimate is the world’s first transparent, decentralized marketplace where climate data, forecasts, and models are standardized, monetized, and distributed. The marketplace connects data publishers directly with data consumers, making climate data more accessible and reliable.

Arbol Underwriters Ltd.

Chairman

Aug 2021 - Apr 2024

Hamilton, BM

Arbol Underwriters Ltd. is a managing general underwriter, regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority. The company specializes in parametric reinsurance solutions, leveraging advanced data analytics, climate models, and the dClimate data platform to design transparent and efficient risk transfer products. Working in collaboration with reinsurers, Arbol Underwriters provides both standardized and customized coverage options for weather, climate, and other emerging risks.

Family Office

Chairman & CEO

Jan 2001 - Jun 2018

New York, NY, USA

The family office was a private investment firm based in New York, founded and led by Philippe Heilberg, who served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Established in 2001, the firm specialized in international investments, focusing on natural resources, agriculture, and emerging markets.

Heilberg Management LLC

Managing Partner

Jan 1999 - Jan 2001

New York, NY, USA

Heilberg Management LLC was an investment management firm, founded by Philippe Heilberg. The firm specialized in strategic investment opportunities in global markets, drawing on Philippe’s background in trading and emerging market finance at Salomon Brothers and AIG Trading Group.

AIG Trading Group

Partner

Jan 1991 - Jan 1999

Greenwich, CT, USA

AIG Trading Group, Inc. is a financial services company providing prime brokerage, back-office support, and other services. AIG Trading Group, Inc. specifically offers currency and commodity prime brokerage, access to e-commerce trading portals, and political-economic research. They also provide services related to foreign exchange, debt, options, risk management, and financing.

Salomon Brothers

Vice President

Jul 1987 - Jul 1990

New York, NY, USA

Salomon Brothers, founded in 1910, was a major American investment bank known for its strength in U.S. Treasury bond trading and for pioneering mortgage-backed securities and CMOs. The firm offered trading and investment banking services before being acquired by Travelers Group in 1997 and absorbed into Citigroup by 2003.

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Philippe Heilberg’s Gallery

Philippe Heilberg presenting at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Engineering.

Philippe Heilber at COP28 (2023 United Nations climate Change Conference)

Philippe Heilberg, Sid Jha and Osho ///////////ja (Arbol and dClimate Co Founders)

Philippe at 2023 UN Climate Change Conference

Arbol & dClimate Co-Founders at NYC Climate week.

Philippe at the Chabad Aruba Torah Donation.

Philanthropy

GEMS Development

Board Consultant

Kaysville, UT, USA

The GEMS Development Foundation's projects in South Sudan focus on providing sustainable solutions to critical needs in the areas of food security, clean water, healthcare, and education.

Jewish National Fund

New York Board Member

New York, NY, USA

The Jewish National Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting land and community development in Israel. Established in 1901, it has played a central role in funding projects related to water innovation, environmental sustainability, infrastructure, education, and community building. JNF-USA partners with local and international stakeholders to develop programs that strengthen Israeli society, promote ecological initiatives, and connect global Jewish communities with Israel through philanthropic engagement and educational outreach.

Accreditation

FINRA

Series 3 Certification

Washington, DC, USA

The Series 3 license, issued by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and administered by the National Futures Association (NFA), allows individuals to trade futures contracts and options on futures.

FINRA

FINRA Past Security Licenses Series 7, 3, 63

Washington, DC, USA

A FINRA securities license was a regulatory qualification issued by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) in the United States. It authorized financial professionals to sell or advise on specific types of investment products, such as stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, or commodities.

Publications

Cryptocurrencies: Commodity Dynamics and Cartelization

Author

2018

New York, NY, USA

Philippe Heilberg authored “Cryptocurrencies: Commodity Dynamics and Cartelization” in American Affairs, offering an economics-based analysis of digital assets.

Philippe Heilberg’s Education

The Wharton School | University of Pennsylvania

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Finance. Dean's List

The Wharton School | University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics. Summa Cum Laude

Co-Founder

Arbol Inc.

New York, NY, USA

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