Evan Cohen

Evan Cohen is currently an Equity Options Trader at PEAK6 Investments in Chicago, IL, a role he has held since July 2016. In this position, he specializes in trading and risk management of equity derivatives, focusing extensively on options markets within the broader equity asset class. His work involves developing and executing trading strategies, managing portfolio risk, and analyzing volatility in U.S. equity markets.

Prior to joining PEAK6, Evan gained experience as a Market Risk Summer Analyst in Credit Trading at UBS Investment Bank, where he supported risk management strategies for fixed income and credit products. He also contributed to academic research in systems engineering during his time at the University of Virginia, further underpinning his analytical capabilities.

Evan holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Virginia, where he double majored in Systems Engineering and Financial Economics and minored in Business. His professional expertise centers on U.S. equity options, and he is recognized for his quantitative skills and deep understanding of market microstructure, which he leverages to navigate complex market environments.