Drew Lambert Email & Phone Number

Wilton, Ct

Westport, Ct

Directing the launch and operation of a startup platform linking emerging securities traders/money managers with global investors offering seed capital, I partnered with the CEO and stakeholders to develop key business strategies and played a key role in managing the rollout of the investment arm, redesign of the website, and build out of a service platform.

Cypress Settlements offers its clients a simple solution to a complex problem: how to stay on top of and maximize awards from securities class action settlements in which they have eligible claims. Each year billions of dollars in settlement funds go unclaimed. A recent study conducted by Vanderbilt Law School and the Duke School of Law concluded that the amount of settlement funds which go unclaimed is as high as 70%. Currently there are billions of dollars in the escrow accounts of the major… Show more Cypress Settlements offers its clients a simple solution to a complex problem: how to stay on top of and maximize awards from securities class action settlements in which they have eligible claims. Each year billions of dollars in settlement funds go unclaimed. A recent study conducted by Vanderbilt Law School and the Duke School of Law concluded that the amount of settlement funds which go unclaimed is as high as 70%. Currently there are billions of dollars in the escrow accounts of the major claims administrators, waiting to be claimed by institutional investors like you. Does your firm have a comprehensive system in place to monitor and file claims in which you have a recognized loss? Cypress provides a fully automated, end-to-end claims submission system, utilizing our comprehensive database of current, pending, and historical class action settlements. Put Cypress to work and maximize awards from your portfolio. Show less

President and Co-FounderPrincipal DesignerHead of Finance

Traded commodities futures and swaps on a proprietary basis as part of 10-person commodities desk. Focused on high-frequency energy, metals, and equities futures trading strategies. Conducted all supporting fundamental and technical analysis for trades and models.Program, test, and execute multiple TT and Excel-based electronic commodities trading models.Prior to receiving own book, assisted head trader in running multiple electronic trading models, and executed futures, swaps, and… Show more Traded commodities futures and swaps on a proprietary basis as part of 10-person commodities desk. Focused on high-frequency energy, metals, and equities futures trading strategies. Conducted all supporting fundamental and technical analysis for trades and models.Program, test, and execute multiple TT and Excel-based electronic commodities trading models.Prior to receiving own book, assisted head trader in running multiple electronic trading models, and executed futures, swaps, and options deals with brokers and via electronic platforms.Responsible for daily trade reconciliation, PNL reconciliation, and trade breaks for all traders on the commodities desk, with a high volume (over 1000 lots/day).Liaised with back office, brokers and prime broker to ensure timely resolution of trade breaks.Conducted fundamental and technical commodities research and disseminated information to the desk. Show less

As an integral part of the Global Macro investment team, initiated and executed trading strategies in the commodities, FX, fixed income, and equity markets. Trades executed both electronically and through counterparties on a daily basis.Conducted extensive fundamental and technical analysis and research in the global commodities markets. Responsible for generating trade ideas in the commodities markets, initiating and executing all trades, monitoring of positions, and determination of… Show more As an integral part of the Global Macro investment team, initiated and executed trading strategies in the commodities, FX, fixed income, and equity markets. Trades executed both electronically and through counterparties on a daily basis.Conducted extensive fundamental and technical analysis and research in the global commodities markets. Responsible for generating trade ideas in the commodities markets, initiating and executing all trades, monitoring of positions, and determination of levels at which to add or reduce positioning. Trading strategies generally expressed through a combination of options and futures, depending on scenario.Maintained strict monitoring of all positions, desk p/l calculations, and trading blotter. Coordinated with Harbert back office to reconcile trades and ensure accurate accounting and p/l calculation through our administrators.Monitored market moves, news stories, technical levels, stops, limits, and orders throughout the trading day. Calculated risk and impact to portfolio in various risk-event scenarios.Fund closed by Harbert in November 2006. Show less

Provided senior trader and PM with market coverage, research analysis, and potential trading scenarios in the commodities markets with a focus on energy and grains for a global macro hedge fund with $70 million of assets under management.Prepared extensive quantitative fundamental analysis and pricing models for securities within the scope of the fund's trading focus in the commodities, FX, fixed income, and equity markets.Executed futures and options trades with floor brokers on NYMEX,… Show more Provided senior trader and PM with market coverage, research analysis, and potential trading scenarios in the commodities markets with a focus on energy and grains for a global macro hedge fund with $70 million of assets under management.Prepared extensive quantitative fundamental analysis and pricing models for securities within the scope of the fund's trading focus in the commodities, FX, fixed income, and equity markets.Executed futures and options trades with floor brokers on NYMEX, CME, and CBOT.Responsible for all operational duties for the fund: daily P&L calculation, trade reconciliation (in equities, futures, fixed income and FX accounts), VAR calculation, position reporting, and marketing materials preparation.Fund was closed by portfolio manager in September 2005 for personal reasons. Show less

Drove project teams to success on key projects for Fortune 1000 companies in industries such as manufacturing, financial services, pharmaceuticals, and retail.Planned and monitored consulting engagements with senior partners, senior consultants, and clients. Projects included Strategic Assessment, Teambuilding, 360 Feedback Administration, Change Management, M&A, Executive Coaching, and Performance Management.Developed, managed, and maintained client relationships, including… Show more Drove project teams to success on key projects for Fortune 1000 companies in industries such as manufacturing, financial services, pharmaceuticals, and retail.Planned and monitored consulting engagements with senior partners, senior consultants, and clients. Projects included Strategic Assessment, Teambuilding, 360 Feedback Administration, Change Management, M&A, Executive Coaching, and Performance Management.Developed, managed, and maintained client relationships, including frequent and direct contact with senior level executives. Provided proactive client support and independently managed client engagements.Responsible for the structuring and coordination of project activities, timeframes, and accountabilities. Ensured on-time completion of all project deliverables in a fast-paced environment. Analyzed and assimilated collected client data to create report of findings for client.Managed client project accounts grossing over $1 million in revenue annually. Show less

Created, produced, and marketed original gargoyles to retail stores across the country with a peak client base of over 15 stores and two employees. Controlled all aspects of running the business.