Dusty Nelson
Commodity Futures Trader
Memphis,TN
Summary
Successful Head Trader with 17 years of comprehensive experience managing and executing trades on multiple commodity exchanges and platforms. In-depth knowledge of trading strategies/systems and commodity risks. People-oriented and versatile professional committed to implementing strategies to guarantee day-to-day and long-term objectives are met. Thrives and excels in fast-pace, high trading volume environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lead Commodity Futures Execution Trader
McVean Trading & Investments
Memphis, TN
01.2010 - Current
- Leads trading execution on the largest desk at McVean Trading and one of the larger speculative fundamentally traded agricultural futures books in the United States
- Knowledgeable in training and executing futures, options and block trades on multiple trading platforms including CTS T4, RCG Onyx+ and CME Direct. Well versed in Refinitiv Eikon quote/charting platform
- Specializes in trading based on complex fundamental data, market dynamics and strength and weakness trends.
- Creates and implements strategic trading approaches.
- Compiles and analyzes data to determine approaches to improve trading performance.
Commodity Futures Execution Trader
McVean Trading & Investments
Memphis, TN
04.2008 - 12.2009
- Led in integration from old legacy forms of trading to electronic order placement/execution/ back-office reporting.
Assistant Trading Operations Manager
MF Global / Nesvick Trading Group
Memphis, TN
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Implemented new technology to streamline processes and improve operations.
- Advised and implemented best business practices for satellite GIB offices
- Oversaw compliance issues, new accounts and performance bond issues
- Traded via multiple electronic trading platforms such as TradeMaker and RefcoXpress
- Passed Series 7
Trade Assistant
Sparks Commodities / Man Financial
Memphis, TN
12.2005 - 12.2006
- Aided in designing appropriate strategies to help clients meet hedging goals.
- Informed clients of current scenarios and expectations in agricultural market.
- Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
Intern
Sparks Commodities / Refco
Memphis, TN
04.2005 - 12.2005
- Reconciled end of day trading book with CME, CBOT, NYBOT and NYMEX
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Studied for and passed Series 3
Intern
ALSAC St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, TN
05.2004 - 09.2004
- Worked on marketing and implementation during infancy stages of Dream Home project in Tennessee.
Education
BBA - Marketing Management
09.1999 - 08.2005
Skills
Trading
- Commodity Risk Management
- Market Research
- Futures and Options
- Trading Systems
- Investment Strategy
- Investment Products
- Commodity Futures
Certification
Series 3
Timeline
Lead Commodity Futures Execution Trader - McVean Trading & Investments
01.2010 - Current
Commodity Futures Execution Trader - McVean Trading & Investments
04.2008 - 12.2009
Series 7 (Expired)
12-2007
Assistant Trading Operations Manager - MF Global / Nesvick Trading Group
01.2007 - 03.2008
Trade Assistant - Sparks Commodities / Man Financial
12.2005 - 12.2006
Series 3
12-2005
Intern - Sparks Commodities / Refco
04.2005 - 12.2005
Intern - ALSAC St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
05.2004 - 09.2004
University of Memphis - BBA, Marketing Management
09.1999 - 08.2005