Lance Lonergan
About Lance Lonergan
Lance Lonergan serves as the Head of Global Equity Execution at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2019. He has a Bachelor of Science in Finance and an MBA in Financial Markets, both from Penn State University, and previously worked as CEO at Weeden & Co. from 2007 to 2019.
Work at Piper Sandler
Lance Lonergan serves as the Head of Global Equity Execution at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2019. His role involves overseeing the execution of equity trades on a global scale. Based in Greenwich, Connecticut, Lonergan contributes to the firm's strategic direction in equity markets, leveraging his extensive experience in finance and trading.
Education and Expertise
Lance Lonergan earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Penn State University, where he studied from 1985 to 1989. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Financial Markets from the same institution, completing his studies from 1989 to 1991. This academic background provides him with a solid foundation in financial principles and market dynamics.
Background
Lance Lonergan attended Staples High School from 1982 to 1985, where he completed his secondary education. Following high school, he pursued higher education at Penn State University, which laid the groundwork for his career in finance and trading.
Previous Experience at Weeden & Co.
Before joining Piper Sandler, Lance Lonergan was the CEO of Weeden & Co. from 2007 to 2019. During his 12 years in this role, he managed the firm’s operations and strategic initiatives, contributing to its growth and success in the financial services industry. His leadership experience at Weeden & Co. has informed his current role in equity execution.