Nico Koo
About Nico Koo
Nico Koo is an Equity Derivatives Strategist currently working at Piper Sandler in New York. He has extensive experience in trading, having held positions at firms such as SIG, Merrill Lynch, and Beryl Capital Management.
Work at Piper Sandler
Nico Koo currently serves as an Equity Derivatives Strategist at Piper Sandler. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the firm's expertise in equity derivatives. His role involves developing and implementing strategies related to equity derivatives, leveraging his extensive experience in the financial sector.
Previous Experience in Trading
Before joining Piper Sandler, Nico Koo accumulated significant experience in trading roles across various firms. He worked at SIG as a Trader from 1999 to 2005, followed by a position at Merrill Lynch from 2005 to 2008. He later served as Vice President at Beryl Capital Management from 2020 to 2021 and as a Senior Trader at Old Mission from 2021 to 2023. This diverse background has equipped him with a robust understanding of the trading landscape.
Education and Expertise
Nico Koo earned his degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. His education at MIT provided him with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and financial principles, which he has applied throughout his career in finance and trading.
Background in New York Financial Sector
Nico Koo has a substantial background in the New York financial sector. His roles at Beryl Capital Management, Old Mission, and Piper Sandler have all been based in New York, allowing him to engage with a prominent network of financial professionals and institutions. This experience has contributed to his development as a skilled equity derivatives strategist.