At Synergy Link Capital (SLC), we don't just talk trading — we've built careers. As the team that pioneered the Bursa FTAP program, we've trained and mentored aspiring traders through one of the toughest selection processes in the region. More importantly, we've successfully converted over 30 traders into full-time professionals who continue to thrive in our proprietary desk and beyond.
Now, through SLC Pinnacle, we bring that same proven framework directly to serious candidates — with more depth, broader market access, and continuous mentorship designed to take you from learning to a lasting and successful trading career.
The same FTAP pedigree, expanded to global markets — with infrastructure and mentorship built for real career outcomes.
Began on the Simex floor in 1991 and later ran the Merrill Lynch Futures Singapore floor. From 2005–2011 he traded equity index arbitrage, making markets and managing spreads across stocks, futures, ETFs, and ADRs. Brings three decades of pit-to-screen experience in execution, basis trading, and market structure.
Derivatives specialist with 30+ years across buy- and sell-side roles at Merrill Lynch. Known for work in market microstructure, index valuation, and spread trading, with a practical, rules-based approach. Experienced mentor who translates complex mechanics into clear trading frameworks for new entrants.
Quantitative researcher and systems builder focused on algorithmic strategies and robust risk tools for derivatives. Regularly invited by CME, Nasdaq, SGX, and BMD to present market research, and a contributor to CME's bi-weekly "Fresh From the Trading Room." Emphasizes turning data-driven hypotheses into tested, executable strategies.
Active trader since the early 1990s; full-time since 2008. Blends discretionary trading in equities and commodity derivatives with a long track record of community education (including facilitation roles after AFACT's transition in 2017). Coaches newer traders on discipline, trade selection, and progression from retail to professional practice.
Real feedback from our January 2026 cohort — including exchange leaders and professional traders who transformed their approach to futures trading.
"The program helped me evaluate my mindset and way of thinking on how to trade better. Very clear explanation with real trading experience—it offers a different insight and angle to become a good trader, with improved risk management and trade planning."
"Before, I was mostly doing outright trading. After the week, I realized trading can be done with lower risk. This spread trading opened up my view to so many strategies—the risk is lower, but the opportunities are very wide. Very inspiring."
"Before the program, I found futures trading complicated and volatile. After a week, I have much clearer pictures. The most important insight was risk management—you don't need to be right every time to be profitable. The investment provided a clear bridge from beginner to functional trader. It taught me to operate with the professionalism and discipline required for a career."
"Being in professional trading was always my goal. Before, I didn't know how to hedge—now I can trade spreads and properly hedge. The exposure to various exchanges shaped how I view the market differently. SLC Pinnacle coaches you to trade futures across global exchanges using strategies retail traders will never be aware of. The years of experience from the coaching team alone is worth the investment."
"Like many aspiring traders, I struggled to find reliable guidance—most trading education is theory-based or from instructors who sustain themselves from teaching rather than trading. This program fundamentally transformed my approach. What truly sets it apart is the depth of knowledge from trainers whose insights are drawn from real experience. If you're serious about improving, this delivers on its promise."
"Having previously joined FTAP4, I found the theory solid but limited in real market exposure. SLC Pinnacle combines theory with real market data and practical application. Compared with stock-focused educators or online KOLs who emphasize concepts and storytelling, this is far more execution-driven—equipping traders with a clear trading plan and disciplined risk control."
"Coming in with zero trading experience, I learned a top-down market approach that can be broken down into trading strategies. Although the strategies are complex, they're very interesting with a lot of potential. What made it worth it was the personal, hands-on guidance—all the trainers are very helpful and give strong guidance at every level."
"My biggest challenge was having direction on where our trading company should go—we were basically trading bottom-up. Now I have the insight we needed to trade top-down. It's the most mathematical approach to trading I've seen. Commodities across different exchanges have a significant effect on each other, and we can take advantage of market inefficiency."
"I didn't know anything about trading—not even stocks or crypto until this year. After a week, there are so many insights I learned and different views to trade futures products. Very insightful teaching, and you will truly learn so many new things. It completely changed how I view trading as a whole."
"A platform to gain deeper understanding not only on market microstructure but also how macroeconomics relates to specific market views. It helped me understand how different markets are connected and the different considerations we have to factor in. My biggest change is how I now look at the market from different timeframes and angles."
A visual look at our cohorts — market labs, mentor reviews, and milestone moments.
