Derivatives simplified.

Meet the Team

  • Co-Founder

    Raised in Michigan, Vinay holds a BSE in Industrial Engineering and a BA in Economics from the University of Michigan. Vinay began his professional journey in M&A investment banking, later transitioning to a Long/Short equity hedge fund in New York.

    In 2006, Vinay co-founded Bengal Capital in Chicago, a firm that focused on equity derivatives. It eventually expanded into a multi-product fund, trading in futures and special situations.

    In 2018 Vinay became CEO of The Flowr Corporation. Under his leadership the company went public and Vinay remained at its helm until 2021. During his time there the company raised well over $200 million in capital and managed a team of over 300 with operations extending to Canada, Europe, and Australia. Vinay's experience has made him adept in public markets and M&A.

  • Co-Founder

    Sanjay began his career at prominent Chicago based options firms Peak6 and Stafford Trading. In 2006, Sanjay co-founded Bengal Capital in Chicago, a firm that focused on equity derivatives. It eventually expanded into a multi-product fund, trading in futures and special situations.

    In 2018 Sanjay pivoted to a Private Equity fund in the frontier markets of health and wellness. He helped create and manage several industry leading brands and products in the nascent wellness space. Over the years he has raised and deployed over 9 figures in deals in a variety of private and public companies. Sanjay has extensive experience in M&A, restructuring and corporate strategy for public and private companies.

 FAQs

  • Our derivatives expertise allows us to make sure our clients are in the right products at the best prices. We are also independent so only work for our clients, not the banks.

  • Great! Unlike other advisors we are completely independent and use our decades of options experience to make sure the notes you select are right for you. Let us evaluate your workflow and portfolio for free.

  • While structured notes can involve complex financial concepts, our approach is to simplify these products for our investors. We provide clear, straightforward explanations and are always available to answer any questions. Our goal is to make sophisticated investing accessible.

  • We prioritize transparency in all our investment products. All fees and costs associated with our structured notes are clearly communicated upfront, ensuring you make informed investment decisions without any hidden surprises.

  • Structured notes are designed with a balance of risk and reward. Many offer principal protection if held to maturity, reducing the risk of losing your initial investment. However, like all investments, they are not entirely risk-free, and their safety depends on the specific terms and the creditworthiness of the issuer.