Thomas J. Reavis Thomas J. Reavis belongs to an elite class of brokers. For over 30 years, he was one of only 625 full members of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). He has been an independent trader and market maker in the “pits” since 1973. In 1994 he began to direct his experience, market knowledge and market “feel” to managing money for investors and studying and evaluating the best trading software available. A strong reliance on sound trading principals, the ability to stay calm,

think clearly and “follow the plan” in high pressure situations and excellent money management skills are the tools which have continually made him successful.

He has actively traded on the floor of the Exchange in the Cattle and Hog pits, the Deutsche Mark and Swiss Franc pits, and the Standard and Poor’s 500 Index. His close friendships and professional relationships established with filling brokers over three decades aid in providing his clients the very best trade execution. His ability to actually go into the pits to personally execute orders and solve problems has proven invaluable to his clients.

Tom understands the goals and acceptable risk levels of his clients vary greatly. Good communication allows him to understand and serve the best interests of all his clients whether large or small.

Employment History

• Independent Floor Trader (1973-2004)
  
• Retail and commercial money manager
  
• For over two decades Tom was a spokesman for the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, representing the position of the floor trader. He has spoken before the National Cattleman Association, Organization of Young Millionaires, American Hog Producers Association, National Association of Police Retirement Fund, State of California Retirement Fund and numerous other groups.
  
• Mr. Reavis has served on many exchange committees include the Long Range Planning Committee, Trading Floor Communications Committee, and the Live Cattle Committee.

Education

Graduated with honors from University of Colorado in 1970 with a dual major in economics and political science.

Tom can be reached for a portfolio evaluation at 888-989-WWFS.