Austin Barnett
About Austin Barnett
Austin Barnett is a Specialist II Derivatives Trader at TD Ameritrade with a strong background in finance and economics.
Title
Austin Barnett holds the position of Specialist II Derivatives Trader at TD Ameritrade, beginning his role in 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.
Professional Experience
Barnett’s career began with roles in lifeguarding and gradually transitioned into finance and trading. He started as a Lifeguard at MWR and Six Flags. He gained finance experience at Rambler Investment Fund, Omni Point Capital, and UBS. He served as a Financial Analyst FP&A at MVP Payroll before his various roles at TD Ameritrade, including Retail Trading Trainee, Specialist Derivatives Trader, and his current position as Specialist II Derivatives Trader.
Education and Expertise
Barnett studied General Education at the College of Lake County, earning an Associate of Arts (A.A.). He then pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) focused on Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law at Loyola University Chicago. His education provided a strong foundation in finance and economics, supporting his career in financial trading.
Background
Barnett's transition from lifeguarding to finance is marked by a steady progression through various roles that enhanced his expertise. His early experiences include significant contributions to investment decisions at Loyola's Rambler Investment Fund, and roles in algorithmic trading and corporate cash management before establishing himself in derivatives trading at TD Ameritrade.