In this interview I talk to Gavin Williamson, CEO of The Broker Club, who explains the importance of building a professional community in capital markets. He explains how the events foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among members of capital markets firms. He also gives his views on the future of brokerage in light of technological advancements like AI.
In summary
- The Broker Club serves as a community for UK and European-regulated firms.
- Members join for access to expertise and a trusted community.
- Events are limited to small groups to encourage open discussion.
- The Broker Club has expanded its membership to include other regulated firms.
- Gavin Williamson has a background in equity trading with major banks.
- Conferences are a key highlight for the Broker Club.
- AI and technology are shaping the future of brokerage.
- The Broker Club is exploring global expansion opportunities.
- Personal connections to finance books and movies are common in the industry.
- The Broker Club aims to maintain its community feel as it grows.
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Having worked as a broker at Investors Intelligence and a multi-asset derivatives broker at MF Global (Man Financial), Richard has acquired substantial experience in the industry. His career began as a private client stockbroker at Walker Crips and Phillip Securities (now King and Shaxson), following internships on the NYMEX oil trading floor in New York and London IPE in 2001 and 2000.
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