our people
Kevin joined Derivation in 2007. Previously he held IT Director roles at Credit Suisse, HSBC, ABN Amro and SG Warburg working within Trading, Sales and Research IT divisions.
His hobbies include long distance running and coaching children’s football.
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Richard graduated from York University with a degree in Computer Science, and then trained as a Chartered Accountant, before spending 10 years as the Head of Equity Derivatives IT at Nat West Markets & ABN Amro.
In 1996, Richard founded Derivation and now shares leadership of the company, with his main emphasis being on the technical side.
His hobbies include swimming, sailing and music.
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Laurence graduated from Manchester University with a first class degree in Computer Science. Formerly Laurence worked within Derivatives IT at ABN Amro, before joining Derivation in 1996.
His hobbies include walking, cycling and playing the piano.
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Dave joined Derivation in 1996. Prior to that, Dave worked within Derivatives IT at JP Morgan, ABN Amro and Volbroker.com.
Dave graduated from University of London with a BSc in Computer Science.
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David moved to New York in 2010 when Derivation opened their New York office. Prior to this David joined Derivation in 2005 as a Quantitative analyst after graduating from Oxford University with a Masters in Mathematics.
While working at Derivation David has obtained the CQF and PRM qualifications and is currently pursuing the CFA designation.
His Hobbies include Badminton and distance running.
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Tim heads up the global support team for Derivation. He joined the company in 2005 having spent 6 years managing a global support team for the technology firm Xaar Plc.
During this time he gained commercial experience working within the EMEA, Asian and North American regions.
Prior to Derivation, Tim graduated from Bristol University with a MSc in Computer Science, in addition to a BEng in Manufacturing Enginerering from Aston University.
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