Wedbush Hires Prime Brokerage Head

Los Angeles-based Wedbush Securities has hired Sean Trager as vice president in its Correspondent Services Group, where he will lead the firm’s prime brokerage offering.
By Jake Safane(2147484770)
Los Angeles-based Wedbush Securities has hired Sean Trager as vice president in its Correspondent Services Group, where he will lead the firm’s prime brokerage offering.

Trager will be responsible for growing Wedbush’s client base and improving the service for emerging and mid-sized money managers, as well as start-up hedge funds. He has has over 15 years experience growing prime brokerage businesses both domestically and globally.

“From our dedicated securities lending team and robust reporting capabilities to our strong emphasis on risk management, Wedbush’s prime services capabilities are designed to streamline operations for the small and mid-sized money manager,” says Rich Jablonski, senior vice president, Wedbush Securities, Correspondent Services Group. “Sean’s deep industry knowledge and proven track record of success made him the ideal choice to lead the charge as we continue to grow our prime services business.”

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