Summer Streets Program #2 – Options Trading

August 13, 2020

5 Weeks Web Summer Finance Program Flyer

Watch Perigon’s Senior Investment Strategy Jonathan Masse, CFA® talking about Options Trading as a part of The Street Smarts “Summer Streets” program. The Street Smarts (TSS) is an Oakland based nonprofit that provides a unique opportunity for historically disadvantaged youth to explore all aspects of financial and accounting management. We are proud that someone from the Perigon family is involved with such a valuable program, and we think anybody interested in learning more about Options Trading would like watching this video.

Written by Jonathan Masse

Sr. Investment Strategist, Wealth Advisor
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