Marquis Who's Who Honors Michael Sherman Lewis for Expertise in Finance and Investment Services
Press Release January 26, 2025
Michael Sherman Lewis is an expert in cash equity trading and risk management at Barclays Investment Bank
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ, January 26, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Michael Sherman Lewis has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Lewis is a distinguished managing director and head of U.S. equity cash trading at Barclays Investment Bank, positions he has held since 2018 and 2019, respectively. With over two decades of experience in the financial industry, he has developed expertise in cash equity, trading, and risk management. Mr. Lewis's role involves trading from the high-touch cash perspective in North America, managing relationships and risk, internal capital, and overseeing internal employees. He is also dedicated to building teams and fostering a culture of diversity within the organization.

Prior to joining Barclays, Mr. Lewis was a managing director at Morgan Stanley from 2006 to 2018. His responsibilities included trading, managing risks, and understanding how his team's duties aligned with other verticals on the equity trading floor. During his tenure, he initially managed just part of the team before ultimately taking charge of the entire team. Additionally, Mr. Lewis was crucial in navigating the intersection of equity and fixed-income trading in banking and equity capital markets. Notably, he oversaw processes involved in making numerous companies public, including the Facebook and Uber IPOs.

From 2005 to 2006, Mr. Lewis was an executive director at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. In this role, he honed his risk management and trading skills while contributing to the firm's success in equity markets. His career began in 1998 at Lehman Brothers, where he served as a vice president until 2005. This foundational experience allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry and laid the groundwork for his future achievements.

Mr. Lewis's academic background includes a bachelor's degree from Villanova University in 1997. Following college, he followed his creative passions as a musician and artist, influenced by his grandfather's artistic abilities. Mr. Lewis also ventured into advertising but faced financial challenges, which led him to consider a program that provided stability and unexpected fulfillment in the financial industry.

Outside of his professional life, Mr. Lewis continues to enjoy pursuing his creative side, which includes music, drawing, and painting. He attributes his success to his extensive experience in risk management, comprehensive training, strong networking abilities, and deep understanding of the financial markets. These elements have been instrumental in Mr. Lewis's ability to excel in his current role and achieve significant milestones throughout his financial career.

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