Cattle Core is a state of the art software application that automates hedge accounting, feeding margin calculations, and eliminates the need for multiple spreadsheets for cattle feeders. It helps producers know when to buy cattle, and when to hedge them.

As Director of Brokerage Services I was responsible for all aspects of CGBDS' futures and options brokerage. Our group worked one-on-one with producers and end-users of grains, oilseeds, and livestock to develop customized risk management plans. We utilized the latest technology to ensure reliable market data and execution, and always educate our clients about the markets and the various ways to manage risk. Our producer clients benefit from our approach that separates futures, basis, and carry rather than thinking in terms of flat price.

Directed sales and execution for a grain and livestock focused Commodity Trading Advisor.

• Conducted futures market analysis and developed trading strategies across a variety of sectors• Solicited new and existing clients for self directed trading and managed accounts• Executed client trades in open market and aided in client risk management

• Analyzed a highly volatile derivatives market and placed trades accordingly• Performed complex technical analysis of various commodities• Developed and implemented numerous quantitative trading systems

• Developed and marketed new products and sales strategies that directly affected the forex division's bottom line• Increased division sales 1,400% in first six weeks of heading department• Improved market knowledge and trading techniques by working with world-class traders and educators