Max Haspels

Max Haspels is an accomplished professional with a strong background in mechanical engineering and trading. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Engineering Fluid Dynamics, graduated Cum Laude from Universiteit Twente. Professional experience encompasses roles at the University of Auckland, where Max conducted an MSc research internship focused on generating large-scale low-frequency turbulence, and at Shell, where the MSc graduation internship involved predicting bubble movement in liquid-filled channels, both graded 9/10. As of July 2024, Max serves as the Head of Trading Education and Trainer at Optiver, while also working as an ETF Trader focused on market making for European equity ETFs. Additionally, a brief period has been spent on leave for traveling.