David's Journey from Retail Trader to Fund Manager

David transitioned from a retail options trader to managing a fund, starting with limited financial knowledge or formal training, as his background was in electrical engineering. Initially, he gained exposure to options trading with a focus on selling puts, rather than the more common approach of buying options. This early experience shaped his understanding of trading dynamics, particularly the importance of managing risk, which became evident when the market conditions changed unexpectedly. The insights gathered from early successes and setbacks laid the foundation for launching his options-based fund in late 2018, just before significant market volatility.