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Join us to learn about transformative changes occurring in the financial trading sector. We’ll discuss the adoption of cloud computing, big data analytics, and blockchain technology, which are collectively reshaping trading infrastructure. We’ll cover how these innovations enhance trading speed, reliability, and security, enabling firms to handle higher volumes of transactions more efficiently. We’ll highlight the role of real-time data analytics in providing actionable insights, improving decision-making processes, and optimizing trading strategies to capitalize on market opportunities.
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Richard Harmon | VP, Global Head of Financial Services
Dr. Harmon is the Global Head of Financial Services at Red Hat. He joined Red Hat in December, 2020 and has over 20 years of experience in Capital Markets with specializations in Risk Management, Advance Analytics, Fixed Income Research and Simulation Analysis. Prior to Red Hat, Dr. Harmon was Managing Director of Financial Services at Cloudera and also SAP Financial Services. Prior to this he held senior positions in Capital Markets at Citibank, Bankers Trust, JP Morgan, BlackRock, and Bank of America/Countrywide Capital Markets. He started his career at the NY Fed and Federal Reserve Board as a Research Economist. Dr. Harmon holds a PhD in Economics with specialization in Econometrics from Georgetown University.
Aric Rosenbaum | Chief Technologist, Global Financial Services
Aric serves as the Chief Technologist on Red Hat's Global FSI team, where he helps clients meet their strategic priorities through the use of open source technology. Prior to joining Red Hat, he led large, digital transformation projects at Goldman Sachs’ Investment Management Division and was co-founder/CTO of several FinTechs in equity and FX trading.
Jim Bennett | Capital Markets Business Leader
Jim Bennett joined Red Hat in 2022 to lead the Capital Markets business as well as support accounts around the globe. Prior to this Jim served as the global head of business development for Sapient Global Markets, a provider of a range of services to the financial service market participants. He began his career as an officer for Texas Commerce Bank, which would eventually become JP Morgan Chase & Co. He has served as executive vice president of Countrywide Capital Markets, primarily focusing on its rates business, alternative investment company and expanding its international offices. Bennett also worked in various management and executive roles at Bank of America such as CFO, COO, and Global Head of Middle Office.