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Fintech builder and manager with expertise in trading technology.

France

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation in fintech, emphasizing collaboration and growth.

I am a seasoned fintech builder and manager with extensive experience in financial markets, particularly in trading and technology. Over the past four years, I have honed my skills in assessing product-market fit for over 50 DeFi projects while managing a tech and quant team to develop on-chain trading solutions. My hands-on approach has allowed me to effectively navigate the complexities of financial regulations and analytics, ensuring that our strategies align with market demands.

Previously, I served as a derivatives trader at Bank of America, where I established a novel trading desk that centralized $20 billion in funding risk. My role involved defining pricing processes and improving systems to enhance operational efficiency. I have a strong background in quantitative research, having contributed to stochastic models for exotic derivatives risk at Merrill Lynch. My educational foundation in applied mathematics and finance from prestigious institutions has equipped me with the analytical skills necessary to excel in this dynamic industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Fintech Builder and Manager

Defi Focused VC

Jan 2020 - Apr 2024 (4 years 3 months)

Managed a tech and quant team to assess and advise on over 50 DeFi projects, focusing on product-market fit and strategy. Oversaw on-chain trading initiatives and risk management across various markets.

DeFi Product Strategy Team Management Risk Management On Chain Trading Portfolio Management Financial Analysis Quantitative Analysis

Startup Executive

Digital Asset Management

Jan 2020 - Apr 2024 (4 years 3 months)

Set up operations, development, and risk processes for a team of 8 in a digital asset management startup. Focused on product design and quantitative research to enhance trading strategies.

Operations Management Team Leadership Product Design Quantitative Research Digital Assets Strategy Development

BD Lead on Derivative Analytics

Bloomberg LP

Jan 2020 - Apr 2024 (4 years 3 months)

Led business development for derivative analytics products, assisting sales teams with targeting and presentations to trading heads. Produced pitch content and moderated panels.

Business Development Sales Strategy Presentation Skills Derivative Analytics Market Analysis Client Engagement Team Collaboration

Derivatives Trader

Bank Of America

Jan 2004 - Jan 2020 (16 years)

Operated a trading desk to centralize funding risk from structured notes issuance, defining pricing processes and managing high-volume pricing adjustments. Subject matter expert on derivatives funding.

Derivatives Risk Management Financial Modeling Project Management

Quant Researcher

Merrill Lynch

Jan 2004 - Jan 2020 (16 years)

Developed stochastic models for pricing and managing exotic derivatives risk. Implemented numerical algorithms in C++ to support risk management strategies.

Quantitative Research Risk Management C++Algorithm Development Financial Engineering

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Université Paris VI

Master of Science, Finance

Completed a Master of Science in Finance, focusing on probability and financial markets. Developed skills in pricing and managing financial instruments, with a strong emphasis on quantitative analysis.

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École Polytechnique

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Studied Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, gaining a solid foundation in quantitative methods and their applications in finance and risk management.