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About
Hugh Nickola is Principal and Head of Fixed Income at GenTrust, based in New York, NY. He oversees and manages all fixed income and cash management investment-related activities across the firm's strategies and portfolios, applying a highly analytical, client-driven approach to investment selection.
His expertise centers on fixed income sectors—including government bonds, municipal securities, and proprietary trading in global rate products—serving institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and family office clients. Hugh's focus includes macro trends in currencies and interest rates, and the creation of customized fixed income solutions to address specific client needs.
Prior to joining GenTrust, Hugh was Managing Director of Global Rates and Municipal Proprietary Trading at J.P. Morgan, leading trading teams in New York and London for 16 years, and previously served as Vice President at Prudential Securities. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Columbia Engineering, and is recognized for his decades-spanning expertise in institutional fixed income and risk management.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| GenTrust | Principal | Jan 2010 to Present | — |
| J.P. Morgan | Managing Director | Jan 1994 to Jan 2010 | Proprietary Trading, Derivatives Trading, and Manager of Tax-Exempt Capital Markets |
| Prudential Securities | Vice President | Jan 1991 to Jan 1994 | — |
| Salomon Brothers | Associate | Jan 1986 to Jan 1991 | — |
Education
Columbia Engineering
BS, Electrical Engineering
1982 — 1986
Skills & Expertise
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