About the Author

Daniel P. Collins

Managing Editor Daniel P. Collins has covered the managed money industry since he joined Futures in January 2001. In that capacity, he is primarily responsible for profiling professional trading advisors in our Trader Profile section as well as selecting the subjects for the annual "Hot New CTA s" and "Top Traders" features. Dan also is the key interviewer of the thought leaders and traders who have appeared in Futures cover stories. Dan has unique insight into the futures industry, having worked with some of its most influential people during his nearly 12 years on the trading floors of the Chicago Board of Trade and Chicago Mercantile Exchange. He received his bachelor's degree in journalism from Drake University in Iowa. dcollins@futuresmag.com