About Charlie Trusler

Charlie Trusler is an aspiring mergers & acquisitions (M&A) professional studying BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance at Queen Mary University of London. After struggling academically near the end of secondary school, he turned his life around and developed a passion for finance. With interests in asset management, algorithmic trading, and M&A, Charlie has gained hands-on experience in portfolio management, financial research, and investment banking simulations. His commitment to understanding financial markets is reflected in his participation in competitive trading challenges, research roles, and the development of his own trading bot, positioning him as a future leader in the finance industry.

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Favourite Quote

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"In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." – Albert Einstein

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Background Experience

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Charlie’s passion for trading began at a young age, when he first explored financial markets. He later developed a trading bot to enhance trading efficiency and automate decision making. During university, he expanded his expertise in asset management through the Career26 asset management course, gaining skills in portfolio construction, risk management, and company valuation. As an analyst at Minds of Tomorrow, Charlie provides valuable financial insights that increase audience engagement. Additionally, as co-captain in the Bloomberg Trading Challenge, Charlie helped lead his team to 25% portfolio growth through data-driven, strategic decision-making.