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About
Megan Trolley serves as Head of Trading at Quinn Opportunity Partners LLC, based in Chicago, Illinois, a role she has held since November 2021. In this leadership position, she is responsible for executing and overseeing the firm's trading operations, with a focus on implementing the fund’s value-oriented and event-driven equity strategies across U.S. markets. Her expertise encompasses a broad range of sectors with notable emphasis on consumer discretionary, technology, healthcare, and industrials, as reflected in the firm’s diverse portfolio holdings, including significant positions in companies such as Peloton, Reddit, Airbnb, and CVS Health.
Prior to joining Quinn Opportunity Partners, Megan spent more than a decade as Senior Trader at Perry Capital, where she specialized in equity and event-driven trading, and subsequently as Equity Trader at Hudson 8818 LLC. Her extensive experience also includes operational roles in fund accounting and trading at prominent investment firms, contributing to her reputation for strong risk management and analytical skills.
Megan holds an MBA in Finance from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, a BA in Economics from Boston College, and has earned the Certified Private Wealth Advisor credential from the Yale School of Management. Her multifaceted background, combining advanced education and practical trading expertise, has made her a respected figure in the U.S. equity investment landscape, particularly in absolute return and special situations strategies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinn Opportunity Partners LLC | Head of Trading | Nov 2021 to Present | — |
| Hudson 8818 LLC | Equity Trader | Jan 2012 to Present | — |
| Perry Capital | Senior Trader | Apr 1999 to Dec 2011 | — |
| Bear Stearns & Co. | Associate | Jul 1997 to Apr 1999 | — |
Education
Yale School of Management
Certified Private Wealth Advisor
2025 — 2025
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance
2011 — 2013
Boston College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics
1993 — 1997
St. Ignatius College Preparatory
1989 — 1993
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