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John W. Gilhooly

Munster,IN

Summary

Dynamic financial services professional with over 25 years of expertise in trading, marketing, and client relationship development. Proven ability to navigate complex markets, secure high-value accounts, and drive business growth in fast-paced environments while also delivering superior customer experiences. Extensive knowledge of commodity trading strategies, specializing in risk analysis and effective execution. Seeking to continue leveraging leadership and relationship-building skills in a senior-level role.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OTC Senior Analyst / AgOTC

R. J. O’Brien & Associates, Inc.
09.2021 - Current
  • Pricing, processing, and initial hedging over-the-counter transactions of desk sales of OTC transactions
  • Providing analytics and support to assess and help mitigate the risks in counterparties and house positions
  • Uploading and reporting on errors with the SDR files, coordinate with treasury to send wire transfers, double check on P&L calculations, monitor LEI renewals for RJO Financial and counterparties, track de minimis calculations, process cash line items bookings and updates
  • Account setup and management in Cara and EFR confirmations
  • Taking orders, completing initial hedging of structured product and exotic options trades

Manager of IB Solutions / RJO Securities Onboarding

R. J. O’Brien & Associates, Inc.
09.2021 - Current
  • Executed OFAC and WorldCheck/Clear reports to be run
  • Secured AML approval from RJOS CCO and ensured accurate data entry into RJOS OnBoarding Tracker Sheet
  • Prepared documents specifically for Curvature approval. Once approved, client was approved to trade
  • Onboard clients for the broker arm of RJO, primarily dealing with RJOS, CCO to secure approvals

Vice President, Branch Manager, Clearing and Execution Services (CES) Sales

STONEX Group, Inc.
08.2008 - 09.2020
  • Directed sales operations for the Chicago branch, driving growth and managing key client relationships.
  • Produced detailed financial reports and customized analyses for institutional and high-net-worth clients.
  • Oversaw client acquisition and retention for Introducing Brokers (IBs), Commodity Trading Advisors (CTAs), and institutional investors.
  • Managed corporate assets, including coordination of Chicago Cubs season ticket distribution for the broker network.

Director Customer Services

FCStone, LLC
07.2000 - 08.2008
  • Streamlined client satisfaction processes, collaborating across various departments (i.e. Risk Department, New Accounts, Compliance and Accounting)
  • Spearheaded marketing initiatives to expand the retail futures brokerage division.
  • Managed customized lead/customer database
  • Generated leads through customer-centered advertising and follow-up marketing
  • Scheduled logistics for office moves between the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the Chicago Board of Trade
  • Practiced establishing long-term organizational goals and ensuring objectives were met over years

Marketing Manager

FCStone, LLC
07.2000 - 08.2008
  • Developed and implemented an improved FCStone marketing strategy for 16 office locations nationwide
  • Managed the development and maintenance of new FCStone website
  • Applied new marketing strategy to booth displays and improved marketing presence at Trade Shows
  • Responsible for creating and maintaining new customer database
  • Oversaw daily operations of the marketing department and staff

Office Manager

FCStone, LLC
07.2000 - 08.2008
  • Served as the main contact for Chicago Board of Trade - Office of the Building
  • Negotiated leases for additional office space within the building
  • Liaised with various tradesmen during office expansions – including Architects, Electricians, Telecom and Chicago Board of Trade services
  • Maintained positive relationships with office supply company, including day-to-day purchases as well as larger office purchases
  • Corporate Manager - Chicago Cubs season ticket distribution for FCStone Broker Network

Manager Customer Services – Futures Direct Division

Saul Stone and Company
04.1998 - 07.2000
  • Managed marketing aspects of the retail commodity brokerage division
  • Collaborated with President of Saul Stone to create print advertising in business periodicals
  • Supervised multiple Brokers professionally and effectively

Education

Business Administration

Indiana University Northwest

Saint Ignatius College Prep

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Outlook
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Zoom
  • Adobe Acrobat

Certification

  • NFA Series 3
  • NFA Series 30 (Branch Manager)
  • Swap Associated Person
  • Registered Associate Member of the National Futures Association (NFA ID: 0306855)

Volunteer Organizations

  • Knights of Columbus – St. Thomas More chapter
  • Munster Girls Softball Board Member
  • Munster Pop Warner Football Coach
  • Awarded Eagle Scout

Timeline

OTC Senior Analyst / AgOTC

R. J. O’Brien & Associates, Inc.
09.2021 - Current

Manager of IB Solutions / RJO Securities Onboarding

R. J. O’Brien & Associates, Inc.
09.2021 - Current

Vice President, Branch Manager, Clearing and Execution Services (CES) Sales

STONEX Group, Inc.
08.2008 - 09.2020

Director Customer Services

FCStone, LLC
07.2000 - 08.2008

Marketing Manager

FCStone, LLC
07.2000 - 08.2008

Office Manager

FCStone, LLC
07.2000 - 08.2008

Manager Customer Services – Futures Direct Division

Saul Stone and Company
04.1998 - 07.2000

Business Administration

Indiana University Northwest

Saint Ignatius College Prep

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