Company Profile
Topstep
Company Overview
In a nutshell, what we do at Topstep is break down the barriers to entry in what has historically been a very exclusive industry. Our mission is to provide a safe experience so futures and forex traders can professionalize their passion. We do this by funding any retail trader that passes our objective evaluation process, known as the Trading Combine®. So far, we have provided live capital to more than 4,000 traders in over 160 countries. Their wins are our wins, and we hope to continue opening market opportunities to anyone with the will to put in the work.
Company History
Topstep was founded by Michael Patak, a former floor trader in the Dow Jones pit at the Chicago Board of Trade. After blowing out of a series of retail brokerage accounts, Michael decided that he needed to step back and take some time to really develop his strategy. He was given an opportunity with a Chicago proprietary trading firm where he spent 6 months being evaluated in a simulated trading environment. He credits this time as the secret to his future trading success.
Michael’s experience being evaluated helped him recognize an unmet market need, and that is what led him to start Topstep. He truly believes traders have a better chance of becoming successful if they are given time to test and improve their strategies, learn to manage risk and gain confidence before ultimately trading live capital. This is exactly what Topstep has been doing since 2012.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
Deloitte Technology Fast 500 - 2020
101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work At in Chicago (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
Crain's Best Places to Work in Chicago (2018, 2019, 2020)
Built in Chicago's Best Companies to Work For (2019, 2020)
#2323 on Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Companies (2020)
#2661 on Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Companies (2019)
#1419 on Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Companies (2018)
#1261 on Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Companies (2017)
1 of 18 to win Innovators Pavilion award from FIA (2016)
Top 100 Finalist for Chicago Innovation Awards (2016)
Top 5 Finalist for ITA Citylights Outstanding Company Culture Award (2019)
Our founder, Michael Patak, was a finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2016)
Benefits
Topstep Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus incentives
401(k) plus match, to help plan for your future
Generous paid family leave, plus flexible ramp up period upon return, and extra PTO days
Access to senior management and mentoring opportunities
Monthly team Innovation Labs, which contribute to long term strategic decisions
Vacation bonus, when you take off 5 consecutive days to fully clock out
#TopstepTravel, a semi-regular raffle for luxury accommodations in a variety of cities
Professional development budget, provided for continuing education, training, and workshops
Work from Anywhere policy, to respond to an ever-changing work climate
Flexible Schedule Options, including 4-day workweek and half day Friday schedules
Employee Assistance Program, for when you need some professional support in your personal life
Coming [back] Soon: Company parties and outings, happy hours and catered lunches, breakfast and snack bar
Coming [back] Soon: Annual company-wide Step Up Day, a day spent giving back to our community
Graceful Leave Policy
Casual work environment and dress code
Summer Friday (flexible) hours
Opportunities to work from home
Pre-tax spending accounts, for your dependent and health care needs plus transportation
Paid time off (starting at 15 days, increasing annually), plus paid holidays, paid sick days, and paid volunteer hours
Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance