Jay B.

Message for a free 15-min strategy consultation call or video meet. Ex-JP Morgan Prop Trader & fintech founder with 20+ years in TradFi/crypto. Co-built Trendmaster Blackbox algo - 232.6% CAGR, zero down years, 2.66 Sharpe; non-custodial SaaS for BTC/ETH/Solana/altcoins trading spot/perpetuals. Remote advisor (EU/US time zones flexible) in algorithmic strategies, AI/LLM agents (custom GPTs for technical analysis/marketing/PineScript), risk governance (trader mandates, statistical surveillance, fat-finger protection, kill switch), and compliance (VASP/SIBA, MAR/MiFID, MiCA, offshore LLC setups in Cayman/Dubai/Georgia/UK). Achievements: • Led credit arbitrage at JP Morgan,; built valuation models from first principles, generating multi-million P&L • Enhanced Lloyds trading surveillance with advanced statistical methods; optimized BNY Mellon legal structure post-Brexit, cutting operational risks 20%. • Founded Trendmaster Blackbox Algo Fintech Startup, delivering consistent 232.6% yields in volatile markets for hedge funds/HNWIs; zero down years since 2020. • Developed custom AI agents for TA and marketing, empowering users with actionable insights; boosted client engagement via educational series (e.g., 2,422+ views on Revolut mini-series). • Advised MDX Algo on C-suite strategy, QA, and indicators; created tutorials increasing sign-ups 42%. • Raised $100k for 1% equity at seed for Trendmaster start-up • Closed & onboarded $5 million of AUM sales across 14 clients within first three weeks of Trendmaster launch. Specialties: • Crypto/DeFi Treasury Optimization & Fund Management: Advised HNWIs/funds on low-leverage portfolios, achieving consistent investment yields • Quantitative Modelling & Business Strategy: Built portfolio optimization valuation models from first principles; reducing pricing errors by 25% • Trading Compliance & Risk Governance: Led trade surveillance enhancements, and risk & control review audits, optimizing operations • Fintech SaaS Development & AI Integrations: Designed non-custodial architectures with API connections; custom AI agents, scalable automation, and HFT-inspired efficiencies. • Fund Raising & Business Development: Mentored startups on treasury setups; secured funding and client acquisitions through strategic advisory. • Content Creation & Education: Produced high-engagement sponsored video series (e.g. crypto technical analysis, DeFi, on-ramps ); trading bot guides; ($1k-10k budgets) driving conversions. Education & Credentials: • MBA (1st Class Honours, Best Student; distinctions in 20 subjects) – Manchester Business School. • Economics BSc (2:1 Honours) – University of Nottingham. • CFA Level 1, FCA Licensed (Securities/Derivatives/Regulations), Bloomberg Certified (Levels 1-3). Available 10-20 hrs/week initially (scalable to full-time remote) at $100-150/hr or fixed-price (e.g., $1k for video series, $5k for compliance audit). 5+ freelance projects with proven ROI in crypto/risk/AI. Reduce operational risks, boost returns, and scale your fintech. Links: trendmaster.com | YouTube: @eligibleeconomist | LinkedIn: jaybarratt