Thomas Bennett

Thomas Bennett has a diverse professional background with significant experience in trading and customer service. Currently serving as a Product Specialist at OpticsPlanet, Inc. since July 2021, Thomas focuses on connecting customers with the necessary products to achieve their goals. Prior experience includes working as a Rural Carrier Associate for the United States Postal Service during a pivotal time in American history from January 2020 to July 2021. Thomas launched the floor trading operation for Akuna Capital from January 2013 to April 2019 and contributed to the enhancement of proprietary trading software. Before that, Thomas held various roles at EQUITEC GROUP LLC from 2000 to 2012, including Floor Trader and Floor Manager, excelling in high-stakes trading situations. Thomas's career began in the U.S. Army, serving as an Infantryman from July 1995 to July 1999, with deployment to Kuwait for Operation Desert Strike. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree in General Studies from Eastern Illinois University and an Associate's degree in General Studies from the College of Lake County.