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About
Dan FitzGerald is a Senior Research Analyst at PEAK6, where he leverages his extensive experience in equity and derivatives research to support the firm’s investment strategies. In his current role, he is responsible for conducting in-depth analysis across multiple sectors and asset classes, with an emphasis on equities and derivatives markets.
Prior to joining PEAK6 in late 2023, Dan held positions as Analyst and Portfolio Manager at Nomura (2016–2023), where he focused on public equities, and as an Energy Analyst at Green Owl Capital Management (2012–2016), specializing in the energy sector. His career background highlights his strengths in both fundamental and quantitative research, portfolio management, and sector-specific expertise.
Dan holds a degree from Cornell University, further grounding his analytical and investment capabilities. Well-regarded for his comprehensive market insights and ability to adapt across asset classes, his career encompasses significant contributions to market research and strategy, particularly in equity and energy investments.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEAK6 | Sr. Research Analyst | Nov 2023 to Present | fundamental investor in equities and vol |
| Nomura | Analyst and Portfolio Manager | Dec 2016 to Aug 2023 | Managed a fundamental prop book of options and equities focused on energy, utilities, cyclicals, SPACs . |
| Green Owl Capital Management | Energy Analyst | Oct 2012 to Sep 2016 | Energy sector head investing in equities and equity derivatives |
| Highbridge Capital Management | Energy Equity and Credit Analyst | Jan 2011 to Nov 2011 | invested in energy across the capital structure - loans, hy credit, cds, equities, equity vol |
| Och-Ziff Capital Management | Quantitative Analyst | Jun 2007 to Jan 2011 | equity factor modeling and quantamental research |
| Cornell University CUSat Project | Rocket Scientist | May 2006 to Jan 2007 | Built a satellite that was launched into space.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornell_University_Satellite |
Education
Cornell University
Skills & Expertise
Others at Peak6 LLC (40)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Associate | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Senior Research Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
B Barbara Sun | Equity Options Trader | Austin, TX , United States |
| Propriety Options Trader - Division Manager | Clarendon Hills, IL , United States | |
B Benjamin Fisher | Equity and Index Options Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
D David Budworth | Partner | Austin, TX , United States |
E Ethan Carter | Foreign Exchange Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Partner | Chicago, IL , United States | |
H Huanlong Li | analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Quantitative Trader | Highland Park, IL , United States |
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