DRW

Overview

DRW is a prominent proprietary trading firm founded in 1992 by Don Wilson, based in Chicago. The firm specializes in algorithmic and high-frequency trading across a variety of asset classes, including futures, options, fixed income, derivatives, currencies, and cryptocurrencies. With offices in more than 10 locations worldwide, DRW is regarded for its scale and market expertise.

Beyond trading, DRW has expanded into strategic investments through DRW Global Investments and venture capital activities supporting financial and enterprise technology firms. The company operates Cumberland, a leading crypto liquidity provider, and Convexity Properties, a full-service real estate investment firm. DRW is recognized for commitment to technology, open-source projects, and advanced risk management strategies.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 312-542-1000
• Website: drw.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/drw

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Algorithmic trading
• High-frequency trading
• Proprietary trading
• Risk management
• Investment management
• Market liquidity solutions
• Emerging asset markets
• Technology-driven research
• Market infrastructure development
• Quantitative modeling
• Blockchain technology
• Crypto liquidity
• Trading platforms
• Carbon financing & trading
• Real estate investment
• Venture capital
• Open-source technology initiatives
• Educational initiatives
• Diversity and inclusion
• Environmental trading & sustainability

Technologies Used

• AI
• Amazon AWS
• Cloudinary
• Gmail
• Google Apps
• Google Tag Manager
• Greenhouse.io
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mobile Friendly
• Outlook
• Pardot
• React
• React Redux
• Remote
• Reviews
• Route 53
• Salesforce
• Typekit
• VueJS

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches

• Chopper Trading, LLC