The gateway to exceptional investment opportunities
The dedicated ally for financial success
At M&C Capital Management, we stand as a reliable and transparent partner, aiming to offer industry-leading returns while effectively managing portfolio volatility. Our expertise shines through rigorous data analysis and real-time trading experience, enabling us to navigate the intricacies of the financial landscape with precision.
With a deep understanding of the mathematical framework behind the options market, our team of experienced traders has developed cutting-edge trading systems potentially delivering strong returns regardless of market conditions.
Our partners gain access to a proven track record of success. With a focus on risk management, M&C Capital Management paves the way for long-term financial prosperity.
- Data-driven approach to option trading
- Industry-leading risk- adjusted return
- Designed to Minimize portfolio volatility
Investment Process
Disciplined Approach to
Optimal Investments
At M&C Capital Management, we employ a rigorous trading methodology characterized by extensive research and analysis, aimed at identifying potential opportunities within the options market.
Our approach incorporates sophisticated backtesting, live testing, and market analysis to execute trades that potentially generate returns irrespective of market trends and underlying conditions.
Each trade is executed with discipline and precision, accompanied by implementing robust hedging structures to safeguard our investors’ capital.
Research.
Identify a fundamentally robust and innovative trading system that aligns with our investment criteria.
Analyze.
Evaluate the options chain, skew, and implied volatility to ascertain if the risk trade-off is favorable.
Monitor.
Once opened, we constantly track our positions for changes in underlying market conditions and react accordingly.
Competitive Advantage
Before entering any position, we always ensure that a robust option hedging structure is put in place, with the goal of potentially ensuring the stability of our portfolio. This proactive risk identification and mitigation potentially create a secure investment environment, empowering the confident pursuit of opportunities.
Our experienced traders execute a data-driven options trading campaign that aims to consistently surpasses market performance. By leveraging our industry-leading knowledge of derivatives, we implement a systematic approach to complex option spreads, taking advantage of the time decay of options contracts.
Growth Mindset
By leveraging a culture of continuous improvement, we can remain at the forefront of the industry. Whether implementing cutting-edge technologies, attracting top talent, or developing new trading systems, we keep pushing the boundaries to embrace a growth mindset.
Our Team
Alexis Maranda Desprez
Alexis is a full-time trader based in Canada. With a focused approach to options and equity trading, Alexis has served as a professional trader for the trading firm named North Pole Arbitrage. His profound passion for the financial markets has fueled his self-taught journey, marked by relentless self-discipline and an unwavering commitment to acquiring industry-leading knowledge of derivative trading systems.
Beyond his trading prowess, Alexis possesses a profound passion for connecting talented individuals and assembling high-performing teams. He firmly believes in the power of collaboration and recognizes that the success of any hedge fund lies in the strength of its collective talent. With a natural inclination for leadership, Alexis is dedicated to attracting and nurturing the best minds in the industry, fostering an environment that stimulates growth, innovation, and exceptional performance.
Daniel Cruz
Daniel has seamlessly transitioned his discipline and rigor from the highly esteemed Navy Nuclear Power Program to the world of finance. With an impressive career spanning over three decades in the nuclear power generation industry, Daniel has honed his expertise in maintaining safe and efficient operations in complex and high-stakes environments.
His years as a US Navy submarine sailor and NRC Licensed Reactor Operator instilled in him an unwavering commitment to precision, risk management, and attention to detail. These qualities have become the bedrock of his approach to options trading. Just as he once safeguarded nuclear reactors and their surroundings, he now employs the same level of dedication to protect capital and mitigate risks in the financial markets.
Daniel stands out as a trader who not only embraces challenges but excels in managing them with the utmost professionalism and composure. Daniel continues to demonstrate how the discipline and skills from his nuclear power career synergistically elevate his prowess in options trading, making him a formidable force in the financial industry.
James C. Riggio
James C. Riggio is an accomplished executive with outstanding professional experience spanning over 35 years. James Riggio received both his B.S. and M.S. from NYU.
James is a former PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) Partner in Financial Services and Management Consulting based in New York City and Zurich, Switzerland. At PWC he built a thriving Technology Integration business that grew in annual revenue from zero to $168 Million. James co-founded an options trading community with over 3,000 members, Capital Discussions, where he developed the investment and trading content, services model, and internet infrastructure for independent investors.
James has significant expertise in risk management and listed derivatives (options and futures). He co-founded and co-developed Easterly Hedged Equity Fund (ticker JDIEX) which has received a Morningstar four Star Rating. The Fund helps protect against downside risk while still allowing significant upside growth. James also founded and ran Highland Financial Group, a Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) focusing on investment consultancy, portfolio management, and options-based risk management.
Gary Kerdus
Gary Kerdus holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Economics from San Diego State University and completed the Oxford Study Abroad Programme (OSAP), Oxford England, in International Relations. Gary has been an active participant in the global financial markets over the last decade.
He began his career on the research desk of Dailyfx.com and published articles providing Forex news including technical and fundamental analysis on the trends that influence the global currency markets. Gary then transitioned to help retail trading clients of Forex Capital Markets (FXCM) gain a stronger understanding of best execution practices, optimal leverage ratios, and FX trading strategies. Gary segued to Xe.com and subsequently Moneycorp where he helped small and midsize businesses save time and money by trading their foreign currencies and facilitating their international wire transfers.
Gary’s clients also benefited from the development and implementation of sophisticated structured products consisting of FX options and forwards designed to effectively manage and hedge FX risk.
About us
At M&C Capital Management we understand the daunting nature of navigating the financial markets for individuals and institutions. Our team takes pride in considering all controllable elements in a portfolio to potentially achieve long-term compounded growth. With a dedicated focus on risk management and implementing uncorrelated strategies designed to thrive in any underlying market conditions, we are committed to delivering superior returns and helping partners achieve financial success.
Our Trading Philosophy
- Achieve a harmonious balance through uncorrelated trading systems.
- potentially ensure stability by implementing both passive and active option hedging structures.
- Provide peace of mind and a strong foundation for long-term financial success.
- Evaluate market conditions and trading opportunities with accuracy.
- Conduct thorough data analysis, risk assessment, and reward identification.
- Optimize portfolio performance to potentially deliver consistent returns.
- Leverage on a tangible trading edge through mathematical models and data analysis.
- Scrutinize data effectively and efficiently with proprietary algorithms.
- Execute cutting-edge methodologies that help us gain a competitive advantage in the market.
Our Values
Transparency
At M&C Capital Management, we believe in establishing strong and enduring client relationships founded on transparency. We are committed to openly communicating our investment strategies, performance, and potential risks. Clients can rely on us to provide the information they need to make well-informed investment decisions.
Integrity
At M&C Capital Management, we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards. Honesty, fairness, and professionalism form the cornerstones of our interactions with clients, partners, and vendors. We prioritize operating with integrity, ensuring trust and confidence in every aspect of our operations.
Dedication
At M&C Capital Management, our unwavering commitment fuels our pursuit of excellence, driven by a passion for providing top-tier investment solutions, continuously improving our strategies, and staying ahead of market trends. We take great pride in exceeding investors’ expectations and assisting them in achieving their goals.