Jonathan Bouchard

CEO, Founder, and Entrepreneur

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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Jonathan Bouchard is a Canadian trader and entrepreneur who made his mark in financial markets without relying on a traditional academic route. He began trading at 17, self-taught through observation and practice, and quickly gained recognition for accuracy and profitability. During the COVID-19 crisis, his bold strategy delivered a 15x return, earning him the nickname “Home Run.” Over the years, he has managed multimillion-dollar portfolios, broken sales records at a central Canadian bank, and built a thriving trading community.

Born in New Brunswick and raised in Montreal, Jonathan diverged from the expected academic path. Instead of university, he dedicated himself to mastering currencies and equities through hands-on experience. His skills caught the attention of Montreal Trading Group at just 18, granting him discretionary control of $5 million in capital. At the firm, he developed advanced strategies using dark pools, ECNs, and quantitative models, ultimately optimizing two of its most profitable trading methods.

Jonathan’s reputation grew quickly, leading him into banking and brokerage. In 2019, he joined BMO Financial Group as a stockbroker, where he managed portfolios for clients with assets surpassing $10 million. His expertise in derivatives and complex option strategies set him apart in a highly competitive environment. Within months, he broke a sales record by closing $129 million in a single quarter, a figure equating to about $300,000 in sales per working hour, ranking him third among stockbrokers nationwide.

The defining moment of his trading career came during the COVID-19 pandemic. While many retreated, Jonathan capitalized on volatility by shorting pending mergers and acquisitions through derivatives. His foresight yielded a fifteenfold return, solidifying his reputation as a sharp and decisive market strategist. This achievement not only earned him his “Home Run” moniker but also elevated his credibility among peers, clients, and the broader financial community.

In 2024, Jo Bouchard channeled his expertise into education and entrepreneurship with the launch of The Trading Floor, one of Quebec’s largest trading communities. Combining digital programs with a physical floor that hosts up to 70 traders, the initiative fosters collaboration and learning. His curriculum emphasizes risk management, discipline, and positive expectancy models. Many of his students report monthly incomes of nearly $40,000, providing proof of the practical success his philosophy inspires.

Experience

Present

Founder

The Trading Floor

Built one of Quebec’s largest trading communities (1,000+ students).

Proprietary Trader

Montreal Trading Group

Gained discretionary control over $5 million at age 18.

Stockbroker

BMO Financial Group

Managed ultra-high-net-worth clients (> $10M portfolios).