Gordon Atkins
About Gordon Atkins
Gordon Atkins serves as the Director of Strategy & Operations at Clear Street, where he contributes to the modernization of Prime Brokerage services. He has a diverse background in strategic roles across various financial institutions, including Handy HQ, BlackRock, and SeatGeek.
Work at Clear Street
Gordon Atkins serves as the Director of Strategy & Operations at Clear Street, a role he has held since 2021. He is based in San Diego, California. In this position, he contributes to the modernization efforts of Prime Brokerage services. Additionally, he plays a key role in integrating and expanding the operations of CenterPoint Securities, which focuses on sophisticated retail traders. His leadership is instrumental in driving strategic growth initiatives following the acquisition of CenterPoint Securities by Clear Street.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Gordon Atkins held various positions in strategy and operations across multiple organizations. He worked at Handy HQ as Director of Strategy & Operations from 2020 to 2021 in New York, NY. Before that, he was associated with SeatGeek, where he served as Head of Marketplace and Director of Business Development from 2015 to 2018. His experience also includes a position at BlackRock as an Associate in Corporate Strategy and Corporate Development from 2013 to 2015, and an Analyst role in Fixed Income Derivatives at UBS Investment Bank from 2011 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Gordon Atkins has a solid educational background. He studied at The Taft School from 2003 to 2007. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics and French from Williams College, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he studied at Sciences Po Aix for 11 months in 2010, enhancing his expertise in international relations and economics.
Strategic Contributions
At Clear Street, Gordon Atkins has been involved in significant strategic contributions, particularly in the modernization of Prime Brokerage services. He has been instrumental in the strategic growth initiatives for CenterPoint Securities since its acquisition by Clear Street. His role encompasses integrating operations and expanding the division's focus on sophisticated retail traders, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing service offerings within the financial sector.