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About
Linda Dao is the Head of Execution Trading at Walleye Capital, based in New York, NY. In this role, she oversees the firm’s trading operations, with a focus on leading multi-asset execution and implementing advanced strategies across domains such as macro volatility arbitrage, systematic FX volatility, convertible bond arbitrage, equity volatility arbitrage, and interest rate options.
Dao has built a distinguished career in execution and multi-asset trading. Prior to joining Walleye Capital in 2023, she was Vice President and Trader at BlackRock, where she specialized in trading a broad suite of global asset classes, and previously served as a Multi-Asset Trader at BlueMountain Capital Management, gaining deep exposure to both equities and complex derivatives. Her expertise spans equities, fixed income, derivatives, and complex structured products—sectors that require precision and quantitative rigor.
She holds degrees from Columbia Business School and Rutgers University, underpinning her analytical and leadership skills. Recognized for her industry impact, Dao received the 2025 US Women in Finance Award for Excellence in Trading – Multi Asset. Her career is marked by a commitment to innovation in trading technology and execution, driving operational excellence at leading investment management firms.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye Capital | Head of Execution Trading | Feb 2023 to Present | — |
| BlackRock | Trader, Vice President | Nov 2016 to Feb 2023 | — |
| BlueMountain Capital Management | Multi-Asset Trader | Mar 2011 to Nov 2016 | Execute Equities, Equity Derivatives, FX, and Commodities in US, Europe, Asia, and Emerging Markets for Volatility, Long/Short Equity, Distressed, and Relative Value funds |
| Deutsche Bank | Equity Derivatives Associate | Jul 2008 to Feb 2011 | — |
| Bear Stearns Companies | Equity Derivatives Associate | Aug 2006 to Jul 2008 | — |
| Bank of America | Credit Products Analyst (Middle Market Management) | Jun 2005 to May 2006 | — |
| MSW Asset Management, LLC | Junior Equity Analyst and Research Assistant | Apr 2005 to Sep 2005 | — |
Education
Columbia Business School
2013 — 2015
Rutgers University
Skills & Expertise
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