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Mark Putrino, CMT

Stamford,Connecticut

Summary

Mark Putrino is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT) with over two decades of experience in the institutional investment industry. With an extensive background as the Head Trader at three institutional money managers, Mark traded directly for investors Mario Gabelli, founder of Gabelli & Company, and Steven A. Cohen, founder of SAC Capital Advisors. Mark holds an MBA in Finance from New York University and a BA in Economics from the University of Connecticut. Mark has been an active member of the Market Technicians Association. His expertise led to the establishment of the Benzina.com Trading School. Currently serving as Benzinga's Chief Market Technician, Mark also excels as a Senior Investment Writer.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Market Technician and Lead Educator

Benzinga.com
02.2020 - Current
  • Developed, built, and launched the Benzinga OnLine Trading School.
  • Conduct daily classes on Live Stream.
  • Teach students about trading, investing, and the financial markets.
  • Develop trading ideas and themes.
  • Liaise with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
  • Develop engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
  • Create lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

Senior Analyst and Investment Writer

Stansberry Research
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Analyzed financial markets.
  • Wrote investment-related articles for the Stansberry Newswire.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
  • Developed engaging articles for online publications, resulting in increased readership and social media shares.

Director of Technical Analysis and Cannabis Equities

WallStreetResearch.org
07.2016 - 09.2019
  • Performed technical, fundamental, and quantitative research on equities in the cannabis industry
  • Developed and maintained valuation models for small cap publicly traded equities in the cannabis industry.
  • Published weekly newsletters and research reports.
  • Worked with clients to create customized indices and ETFs.
  • Advised institutional investment advisors on microcap equity trading.


Head Trader & Technical Analyst

Thomson Horstmann & Bryant Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2016
  • Operated within a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, maintaining composure and delivering consistent results even during periods of market turbulence.
  • Managed high volumes of trades daily, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all transactions.
  • Made trade timing recommendations based upon technical analysis.
  • Utilized algorithms and other trading platforms, as well as extensive networks of trading contacts, to find and source liquidity.
  • Analyzed portfolio characteristics and consulted with portfolio managers on issues, including portfolio industry and sector weightings, performance attribution, and relevant benchmarks.
  • Demonstratively reduced overall trading costs by working with transaction cost consultants.
  • Monitored real-time market events, adjusting trading strategies to capitalize on opportunities and minimize risks.
  • Maintained strict compliance with industry regulations, minimizing potential legal risks and penalties.


Head Trader

Lapides Asset Management, LLC
12.2005 - 12.2009
  • Established and managed the trading desk, responsible for oversight of all trading.
  • Developed strong relationships with brokers to negotiate favorable trade execution terms.
  • Developed the trading policies and procedures that ensured compliance with SEC rules and regulations.
  • Optimized order routing decisions to maximize liquidity capture while minimizing market impact costs.


Head Trader

Lombardia Capital Partners
01.2000 - 12.2005
  • Responsible for oversight of all trading.
  • Mentored junior traders, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional development within the team.


Equity Trader

SAC Capital Advisors
04.1999 - 11.1999
  • Traded equities directly for Steven A. Cohen, founder of SAC Capital Advisors
  • Performed and advised on technical analysis


Senior Trader

Gabelli & Company Brokerage
08.1997 - 03.1999
  • Traded directly for Mario Gabelli, founder of Gabelli & Company Brokerage.
  • Executed trades for institutional money managers.


Education

Master of Business Administration - Finance

New York University – Stern School of Business
New York, NY
01.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
06.1992

Skills

  • Investment Management, Trading, Compliance
  • ETFs, Cryptocurrencies, Options
  • Technical and Fundamental Analysis
  • Portfolio Analysis, Risk Management
  • Quantitative Modeling, Statistical Analysis
  • Trading Algorithms
  • Content Development, Investment Writing
  • Managing, Mentoring, Coaching

Websites

Timeline

Chief Market Technician and Lead Educator

Benzinga.com
02.2020 - Current

Senior Analyst and Investment Writer

Stansberry Research
10.2019 - 12.2020

Director of Technical Analysis and Cannabis Equities

WallStreetResearch.org
07.2016 - 09.2019

Head Trader & Technical Analyst

Thomson Horstmann & Bryant Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2016

Head Trader

Lapides Asset Management, LLC
12.2005 - 12.2009

Head Trader

Lombardia Capital Partners
01.2000 - 12.2005

Equity Trader

SAC Capital Advisors
04.1999 - 11.1999

Senior Trader

Gabelli & Company Brokerage
08.1997 - 03.1999

Master of Business Administration - Finance

New York University – Stern School of Business

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Connecticut

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