Patrick Woods
About Patrick Woods
Patrick Woods serves as the Head of Options at ThinkMarkets, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in options trading, having held positions at Ketchum Trading, LLC, TD Ameritrade, and Archelon Group.
Work at ThinkMarkets
Patrick Woods has served as the Head of Options at ThinkMarkets since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the options trading strategy and operations. His focus includes developing and executing trade strategies aimed at generating alpha while minimizing risk. His tenure at ThinkMarkets has spanned six years, during which he has contributed to the firm's growth in the options trading sector.
Previous Experience in Trading
Before joining ThinkMarkets, Patrick Woods held several positions in the trading industry. He worked as a Portfolio Manager at Ketchum Trading, LLC from 2016 to 2018, where he managed investment strategies. Prior to that, he was a Senior Specialist in Retail Trading at TD Ameritrade from 2014 to 2016. His career also includes a role as a Proprietary Equity Option Trader at Archelon Group from 2008 to 2014 and as a Commodity Option Market Maker at Traditum Group in 2011-2012.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Woods earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in trading and finance. He possesses expertise in client relationship development within the trading industry, along with strong communication skills that enable him to effectively comprehend and act upon market fundamentals and order flow.
Background in Options Trading
Patrick Woods has extensive experience in options trading, having worked in various capacities over the years. His roles have included developing trade strategies and managing risk in options markets. His background includes significant experience in proprietary trading and market-making, which has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the options trading landscape.