Patrick Nichols

Patrick Nichols is a Partner and Co-Founder at Old Mission, a leading electronic trading firm based in New York, where he plays a pivotal role in designing and overseeing trading strategies, technology infrastructure, and overall firm direction. His investment focus centers on U.S. and global equities, with particular expertise in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), index products, and high-volume trading, especially around market close where volatility and liquidity are highest.

Previously, Nichols was a Trader at Jane Street, developing quantitative trading strategies in equity and ETF markets—a background that strengthened his expertise in market microstructure, risk management, and technology-driven investment solutions. He also contributes to the nonprofit sector as a member of the Finance and Investment Committee for The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, leveraging his industry experience to support philanthropic financial oversight.

Nichols holds both a Master of Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, reflecting his deep technical and analytical skillset. His career highlights include advancing algorithmic trading capabilities, fostering innovation in ETF liquidity provision, and steering Old Mission’s growth as a major market maker in global equities and related asset classes.