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ABOUT

A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE.  A CULTURE OF PROFESSIONALISM AND PERFORMANCE.

DYNAMIC. OPPORTUNISTIC. RESULTS-DRIVEN.

 

Top Gun Trades Zones was founded by a trader with over 20 years of options, equities and futures portfolio management, as well as floor and screen-based trading and trading system development.  Top Gun Trade Zones aims to deliver a consistent, outstanding trading tool to their trader clients that allows them to execute high probability trades within highly reliable Market Reaction Zones (MRZs) to help elevate their trading results. We seek to provide these results while also delivering superior customer service and outstanding value. We provide our signals at an average daily cost equal to HALF the cost on a SINGLE trade commission!  Discover the ultimate value and unparalleled level of professionalism that sets our service and products as the best in class.

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Dana S. Shute
Principal

Dana Shute oversees the operational and strategic direction of Top Gun Trade Zones.  Prior to this, he was the Director of Marketing and Business Development for LOGe Risk Advisors (now StratiFi), a boutique Boston-based investment firm specializing in risk management and analysis. He has traded and managed portfolios for Goldman Sachs, Kottke Associates (now Heyhmeyer Investments) and traded futures and options on almost every major U.S. future exchange.

 

Prior to his financial career he was a decorated naval aviator and developmental test pilot for twelve years. He has flown five different military aircraft, has over 200 arrested carrier landings, and is a veteran of the Gulf War. Dana graduated from Cornell University and lives in Marblehead, Massachusetts. He enjoys sailing, kayaking, photography, cooking, and golf.  

Prior to a flight in the F-4 Phantom at

Point Mugu, CA Naval Air Warfare Center  

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Jim Easter
Lead Programmer
Partner

Jim Easter, is one of the driving forces behind Top Gun Traders Edge and Top Gun Trade Zones. He serves as a Partner and Lead Programmer, bringing a wealth of experience to our dynamic team.

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Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Jim was a Senior IT Manager at Janus Capital Group in Denver, CO, with impactful roles in data analytics at Capital One Finance, Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, and Kaiser Permanente. Notably, at Capital One, Jim led projects assessing the effectiveness of operational and marketing campaigns using advanced statistical analytics.

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Since 2004, Jim's programming journey began with crafting NinjaTrader applications, resulting in an impressive array of trading tools and strategies.

Jim holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Baylor University, demonstrating his commitment to a comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape. Additionally, he earned a BS degree in Engineering from Texas A&M University.

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Beyond his professional pursuits, Jim enjoys diverse hobbies, including photography. Living on the coast, he enjoys activities like swimming, boating, fishing, and beach strolls. Quality time with his wonderful grandkids is another joy for Jim.

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For Jim, Top Gun Traders Edge and Top Gun Trade Zones are not just businesses; they're a reflection of his passion, expertise, and professionalism.

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Jim relaxing on his favorite beach just a short stroll from his house.

"Money is just something you need in case you do not die tomorrow. Let this is a reminder for you not to obsess over profits and losses. In whatever you do, strive for enjoyment, focus, contentment, humility, openness… Paradoxically (and as an unintended consequence) your trading performance will improve significantly."

~ Yvan Byeajee

The information herein has been prepared solely for general information and educational purposes only and is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or financial products mentioned in the content, nor a recommendation to participate in any particular trading strategy. Please consult your financial adviser or broker for trading advice prior to making any financial decisions. All trading requires risking money in pursuit of future gain. Do not risk money you cannot afford to lose. Top Gun Trade Zones and any persons associated with this company are not brokers or  licensed investment advisers and are therefore not licensed to give trading advice of any sort, nor make specific trading recommendations.  
 
Futures, Forex, Options and Equities trading involve substantial risk. The valuation of Futures, Forex, Options and Equities may fluctuate, and as a result, clients may lose more than their original investment. In no event should the content found through the Top Gun Trade Zones website page, audio, video, email, hard or soft copy text, spreadsheet, application or any other source of information or representation associated with Top Gun Trade Zones be construed as an express or an implied promise, guarantee or implication by or from Top Gun Trades Zones that you will profit or that losses can or will be limited in any manner whatsoever. Past results are no indication of future performance.

CFTC Rule 4.41 – HYPOTHETICAL OR SIMULATED PERFORMANCE RESULTS HAVE CERTAIN INHERENT LIMITATIONS. UNLIKE AN ACTUAL PERFORMANCE RECORD, SIMULATED RESULTS DO NOT REPRESENT ACTUAL TRADING. ALSO, SINCE THE TRADES HAVE NOT ACTUALLY BEEN EXECUTED, THE RESULTS MAY HAVE UNDER- OR OVER-COMPENSATED FOR THE IMPACT, IF ANY, OF CERTAIN MARKET FACTORS SUCH AS LACK OF LIQUIDITY. SIMULATED TRADING PROGRAMS IN GENERAL ARE ALSO SUBJECT TO THE FACT THAT THEY ARE DESIGNED WITH THE BENEFIT OF HINDSIGHT. NO REPRESENTATION IS BEING MADE THAT ANY ACCOUNT WILL OR IS LIKELY TO ACHIEVE PROFITS OR LOSSES SIMILAR TO THOSE SHOWN.
 
 

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