Chat With Traders 099: Brynne Kelly – What Happens on a Merchant Trading Desk—with an Energy Veteran
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Nov 17, 2016 AI Snips
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Brynne's Path to Trading
- Brynne Kelly initially worked in the mid-office at Cargill, supporting a trading desk.
- She persistently pursued a trading role for seven years, working at various companies and building relationships.
Early Electricity Trading
- In the early 90s, electricity trading was more logistical and physical due to deregulation and limited electronic trading.
- Brynne's background in physical commodities proved more valuable than it might today.
First Trading Role
- Brynne's first trading role was at a Midwestern power and gas company during deregulation.
- The team focused on logistical arbitrage opportunities, relying heavily on strong logistical personnel.