Michael Grimes

Michael Grimes is the Managing Partner at Belvedere Trading, LLC, based in Chicago, Illinois, where he has held this leadership role since 2002. He oversees the firm’s strategy, operations, and risk management, providing direction for its trading and market-making businesses within the financial services sector.

Belvedere Trading specializes in providing liquidity across a range of derivatives and equity markets, positioning Grimes at the forefront of options, futures, and related asset classes. His expertise is centered on quantitative trading, risk analytics, and the development of proprietary trading technologies within these markets.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business, equipping him with a robust foundation in finance and business strategy. Over his tenure, Grimes has contributed significantly to the growth and reputation of Belvedere Trading in the proprietary trading industry, establishing it as a recognized leader in quantitative and algorithmic trading solutions.