Derek Meitzer serves as the Managing Director of Macro Outsourced Trading at INTL Fillmore Advisors LLC, where he leverages his extensive experience in macro hedge fund trading to drive strategic investment decisions and optimize portfolio performance. With a robust background in derivatives trading and political...
Derek Meitzer serves as the Managing Director of Macro Outsourced Trading at INTL Fillmore Advisors LLC, where he leverages his extensive experience in macro hedge fund trading to drive strategic investment decisions and optimize portfolio performance. With a robust background in derivatives trading and political analysis, Derek has been instrumental in designing daily portfolio-risk briefs that encompass Value at Risk (VaR), payouts, and event-scenario analysis for a portfolio manager overseeing approximately $1 billion in assets under management (AUM). His expertise in creating comprehensive daily trading plans has facilitated effective restructuring, new position identification, and hedging strategies, ensuring that the firm remains agile in a rapidly evolving market landscape.
Derek's role extends beyond mere execution; he performs cross-asset trade strategy and execution across four separate hedge funds, collectively managing around $5 billion in AUM. His ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative research pieces allows him to provide actionable insights that enhance decision-making processes. A graduate of the prestigious NYU Stern School of Business with an MBA, Derek combines academic rigor with practical experience, honed during his tenure as a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His leadership skills, adaptability, and humanitarian approach inform his trading strategies, making him not only a skilled trader but also a respected mentor within the firm.
At INTL Fillmore Advisors LLC, Derek continues to push the boundaries of macro trading through innovative strategies that integrate ESG research and market dynamics, positioning the firm for sustained growth and success in the competitive hedge fund landscape. His commitment to excellence and strategic foresight underscores his reputation as a key player in the macro trading arena.
