Jordan Mc Dermott
About Jordan Mc Dermott
Jordan Mc Dermott is the Manager of Derivatives Trading at TD Ameritrade, with extensive experience in futures and forex, and a background in economics from Texas A&M University and the University of North Texas.
Manager, Derivatives Trading at TD Ameritrade
Jordan Mc Dermott currently holds the position of Manager, Derivatives Trading at TD Ameritrade since 2022. In this role, Jordan manages a team on the Trade Desk in Southlake, focusing on creating a positive associate experience and ensuring compliance with broker procedures. The position involves overseeing trading operations and implementing strategies to optimize trading performance.
Previous Roles at TD Ameritrade
Jordan Mc Dermott has a progressive career at TD Ameritrade, beginning as an Investor Services Intern from 2017 to 2018. Jordan then advanced to the role of Retail Trading Specialist from 2018 to 2019 and later to Retail Trading Specialist II from 2019 to 2021. Following this, Jordan served as a Senior Specialist, Derivatives Trading, from 2021 to 2022 in Southlake, Texas. These roles have equipped Jordan with extensive experience in the field of derivatives and trading services.
Educational Background in Economics
Jordan Mc Dermott has an educational foundation in Economics, having achieved a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Texas A&M University, studying from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, Jordan attended the University of North Texas, where a Bachelor's degree in Economics was achieved from 2017 to 2018. These academic credentials have provided Jordan with a solid understanding of economic principles and market dynamics.
Expertise in Futures and Forex
Throughout a career at TD Ameritrade, Jordan Mc Dermott has developed expertise in Futures and Forex. This specialization involves servicing clients' needs and managing complex trading strategies. Jordan is also passionate about spreading knowledge of these strategies to peers, fostering a collaborative and enthusiastic work environment focused on trading education and market understanding.