Kyle Brandon

Kyle Brandon is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in derivatives policy and hedge fund management. Currently serving as Managing Director and Head of Derivatives Policy at the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) since November 2003, Kyle has a strong background as an advisor to a Russian hedge fund and was the CFO/COO and co-founder of Orion Capital Advisors from January 1996 to March 2002. Additionally, Kyle worked as a Portfolio Analyst and Trader at Falcon Asset Management from November 1994 to December 1995. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in International Economics and Japan Studies from Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a Bachelor's degree in Asian Studies from Cornell University.