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Head of the S&P 500 index market making team. With 12+ years of market-making experience that includes proven success as an active options and equities index trader and a VIX trade desk manager, I’m a quick-thinking trading strategist driven to optimize portfolio performance, minimize risk, and maximum profitability. Personally accountable for 30% of edge in a multi-strategy, hedge fund trading setting for 5 consecutive years, I’m known for my robust determination in capitalizing on dynamic market opportunities. Experienced with start-up desk operations and designing trading systems, I’m adept at monitoring performance, managing risk on large and complex portfolios, and responding to time sensitive matters with efficient and effective action.Blending a strong quantitative aptitude with an affinity for data analytics and technology utilization I’m continuously devising and enacting solutions to better interpret ever-changing data, identify emerging trends, improve productivity, and exceed performance goals. Leveraging insight gained trading on exchanges around the U.S., I’m resourceful, scrupulously vigilant about details, and dedicated to excellence. I’m proactive in collaborating with developers and data team members to create trading algorithms, electronic trading tools, and proprietary trading platforms.Proficient in training, leading, and coaching a high-performance team in a fast-moving, high pressure pit environment, I excel at rallying support for new strategies.Market-Making Strengths: Trade Desk Management | Trading System Development | Global Market Trending & Evaluation | Option Valuation | High-Value Transactions | Comprehensive Due Diligence | Financial Models | Price Testing | Volatility Assessment | Portfolio Risk Management | Performance Reporting | Continuous Improvement | Regulatory ComplianceFINRA Series 56 FINRA Series 24 Always on the look-out for new business and investment opportunities.

Listed skills include Options, Electronic Trading, Risk Management, Index Options, and 7 others.