Membership in the Q Group is open to organizations whose business includes the development, analysis or utilization of quantitative research in financial services. The Q Group members reflect the full diversity of the industry and includes commercial and investment banks, investment advisors, insurance companies, brokerage firms, mutual fund companies, alternative investment organizations, consulting firms, endowments, foundations and public and private pension funds. Any organization that adheres to a philosophy grounded in the use of innovative applications in the investment decision process would find great benefits from membership in the Q Group.