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About
Matthew Carr is a Senior Trader specializing in S&P 500 options at Belvedere Trading, LLC, based in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he is responsible for trading complex derivatives linked to the S&P 500 index, employing advanced strategies to manage risk and capitalize on market volatility. His work primarily focuses on the U.S. equity options sector, with particular expertise in SPX (S&P 500) options contracts and related volatility products.
Prior to joining Belvedere Trading, Matthew served as a Proprietary Trader at Shatkin Arbor, LLC, and led sales and business development as Managing Director at Vintage Confections, Inc. His experience covers high-frequency options trading and business development within both investment management and consumer-focused industries, demonstrating versatility and leadership across sectors.
Matthew holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from Purdue University. With over a decade in trading roles, he brings a deep understanding of equity derivatives, volatility forecasting, and options market mechanics, making significant contributions to the efficiency and risk management practices at Belvedere Trading.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere Trading, LLC | Senior Trader - S and P 500 Options | Nov 2020 to Present | — |
| Vintage Confections, Inc. | Managing Director, Sales And Business Development | Jun 2016 to Apr 2018 | — |
| Shatkin Arbor, LLC | Proprietary Trader | Jan 2014 to May 2016 | — |
| Andrie Trading Companies : Andrie Capital Trading & Andrie Trading | Trader | Jun 2001 to Dec 2003 | — |
| McLaughlin Capital | Senior Trader - Equity Index and Soybean Options | Jan 2004 to Dec 2013 | — |
Education
Purdue University
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
1995 — 2000
Skills & Expertise
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| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Aaron Groff | Quantitative Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
 | Futures Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | Chicago, IL , United States |
 | Jr Hybrid Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
A Andrew Braun | Senior Trader | Bartlett, IL , United States |
 | Quant R and D Manager | Chicago, IL , United States |
B Brian Standerfer | ETF and Delta One Trading | New York, NY , United States |
 | Derivatives Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
C Charlie Burgoon | Senior Trader ~ S and P 500 Derivatives | Chicago, IL , United States |
C Chris Snow | Derivatives Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
