Todd Simkin

Todd Simkin, Associate Director at Susquehanna International Group, shares his wealth of experience in financial services and trader education. He discusses the intricate decision-making process, focusing on the differences between financial and interpersonal choices. Simkin stresses the importance of asking the right questions and fostering critical thinking. He also highlights how mentorship and feedback shape decision-making, and shares personal stories, including a transformative conversation with his father on the impact of thoughtful choices.

In this episode, Todd Simkin, a trader at Susquehanna International Group (SIG), shares insights into the making of great traders. Topics include navigating challenges in trading, trader development programs, the evolution of trading, educating and improving traders, developing trading skills and mindset, overconfidence and overreliance on intuition, and the importance of different views and communication in trading.

Todd Simkin, Associate Director at Susquehanna International Group and CEO of Susquehanna Re, shares insights from his 27-year journey in trading. He discusses the evolution of trading from poker roots to modern strategies, embracing both the art and science of decision-making. Topics include risk management, navigating growth within large firms, and the fascinating intersection of sports betting and trading strategies. He also reflects on the importance of talent recruitment and meaningful life lessons learned along the way.