Cristian Perez

About Cristian Perez

As a former Division I college football player, my journey has been one of resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence. Although my dream of playing in the NFL didn’t materialize, I was honored to be invited by the U.S. Olympic Committee to try out for rugby and skeleton for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. For a brief moment, my aspirations to become a professional athlete were reignited. When that path didn’t work out, I shifted my focus to academics, where I discovered a new passion for mathematics and finance.I chose to pursue a degree in financial mathematics, driven by my love for numbers and the realization that the skills, discipline, and mindset I developed as a college athlete seamlessly translate to the finance industry. Today, I apply the same work ethic, critical thinking, and teamwork that defined my athletic career to my professional pursuits.Currently, I’m an active member of 50Five Capital, my school’s hedge fund club, where I contribute as part of the commodities team. This role has deepened my expertise in market analysis and trading strategies, particularly in commodities like natural gas and metals. My goal is to secure a role in sales and trading, where I can combine my analytical skills, competitive nature, and passion for financial markets to create value in a fast-paced environment.I’m always eager to connect with professionals and peers who share a passion for finance, trading, and market analysis. Let’s connect and explore opportunities to collaborate or share insights!

Experience

1. Incoming 2026 Global Markets Summer Analyst

   Nomura

   Mar 2025 — Present · NY, US

   Financial Institution

Education

• Baruch College

  Bachelor's degree, Financial Mathematics

  2019

• Monroe University

  Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2014 — 2016

• University of Northern Iowa

  N/A

  2016 — 2018