Howard Marella - President

Introduction
Howard Marella is a 30 year veteran who started on the floor of the CBOT in 1981. Howard has been a member and floor trader of both the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Chicago Board of Trade. Howard served on several committees which helped bring technology to the trading floor. He is currently President of Index Futures Group, and Managing Partner of JB Global Advisors.

Market Focus
Major moves and money flow are some of Howard's main focuses. The treasury markets, S&P 500 and currencies were his pits of choice on the floor. Historical trends in metals, grains, and energies are also valuable focal points. After identifying the markets with the best opportunities, Howard assesses the probability of success and applies an appropriate strategy fitting the client's investment goals.

Risk / Money Management View
Correctly managing positions is crucial to creating longevity in the markets. There are many occasions when a customer may minimize risk while maintaining upside potential. Howard prides himself on keeping his clients for years. Sharing his experiences helps customers learn survival skills necessary for longevity in this competitive business. Diversification is another important factor. Overall, matching clients trading personalities to the correct product makes all the difference.  

Media
Throughout his career, Howard has been a featured speaker at futures expos across the country and is quoted in numerous newspapers and industry websites.  Additionally, Howard provides commentary for several business radio stations and has done webinars for the exchanges.

Howard is happily married with two children.

For a free consultation, please call 1-312-462-4455 or email HMarella@indexfuturesgroup.com