Erkut Ozer is an internationally recognized commodities trader with regular appearances on TV and seminars across the globe. He has over twelve years trading experience, including trading in the pit, and has established himself as one of the largest self-employed commodities traders in his market. Erkut has traded from Singapore, Cyprus, Gibraltar and USA, and is now CEO of Global Trading Enterprises, based in London.Prior to trading Erkut studied Law at UEL and Inns Of Court School of Law, and was called to the bar at the Inner Temple.  Erkut's latest TV appearance can be seen here

Mehmet Niyazi is a co-founder of Learn The Edge. Before establishing the company, he built his reputation trading oil and agricultural futures. Having traded at two of the largest trading arcades in Europe, Mehmet has proved himself to be a very knowledgeable and astute trader. He is a clear example of the hunger and desire needed to flourish in the markets, and has a growing reputation within the financial sector. Mehmet’s experience in the markets have provided him with an excellent appreciation of what it takes for students to ultimately succeed in this industry. Previous to his professional endeavours, Mehmet studied Law at the University of Reading.

Peter Yirimambo is Learn The Edge’s Head of Operations. He has an extensive knowledge of the financial markets and a great eye for detail. Prior to joining the company, Peter had enjoyed a career in the legal sector, having managed a legal support services company, covering the length and breadth of the country. Peter studied Law at the University of Surrey, as well as reading for a Master Degree in International Intellectual Property Law at Brunel University.

Anthony Cheung joined JP Morgan on their graduate recruitment programme in 2003. He spent 3 years trading FX in London and New York before moving to the London FX analysis team in 2007. Having gained an insight into the FX markets from the institutional side Anthony then joined RANsquawk in 2008 as an FX and equity futures analyst before becoming the company’s youngest ever Head of Market Analysis in 2009/10.Anthony’s exposure to every part of the financial trading world – from trading to analysis and from FX to Equities and Fixed Income – has put him in a fantastic position to be able to teach others about how the financial markets operate from an insider’s point of view.He can tell you how to differentiate between what you really need to to know to make yourself into a successful trader and what are simply advertising gimmicks from other financial experts simply designed to make you part with your cash.In his youth Anthony excelled as a keen sportsman particularly in basketball where he has won numerous accolades including four national championships as well as being a regular member of the England youth team so he knows all about a “winning mentality” – something he has put to good use in his career so far and something he can help you to learn.

Martin Robert Hall is a performance specialist who runs his own consultancy and training business which specialises in helping individuals, teams and organisations to be the best they can be.For over 10 years, Martin has studied methods used by the World's greatest achievers and shares these principles with others through his speaking, writing and consultancy.He has worked with a wide range of people including professional athletes, entrepreneurs, sales executives and forward thinking creative people who are passionate about making a positive difference in the world.He has a very enthusiastic, passionate, energetic and engaging approach to his work.He has recently written a book which is soon to be published called Optimize Yourself. The book is for people on the up who want to revolutionise the way they approach their life and ultimately get more out of it.

Jason Roberts MBE is a Premier League and international football star. He has been the model professional in the sport of football, which has seen him grace the Premier League for the best part of ten seasons. He understands hard work and perseverance. Jason plied his trade in the lower leagues at the beginning of his career so he has earned the right to play in arguably the greatest football league in the world, the Premier League. His sportsmanship has been recognised by his fellow professionals as in 2005 Jason’s talent and tenacity was rewarded with a Professional Footballers Association (PFA) award. His leadership has been recognised in his membership of the PFA Management Committee. Jason is no stranger to the media. In August 2011 Jason was invited to co-present BBC Radio 5 Live 606 live football debate show, a football phone-in show with the largest listenership in the UK. Jason is also a regular guest on BBC Sportsworld Have your say – a global sporting conversation that is broadcast to 200 countries worldwide. His charity work has seen him garner huge acclaim in the UK and internationally. 2007 saw him launch the Jason Roberts Foundation, a charity established to provide opportunities for children and young people to participate in sport and cultural activities in the UK and in the Caribbean. It was a very fitting accolade for Jason to be named in the Queen’s New Year Honours List 2010 in which he was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire. His hard work ethic, his success inside and outside the sporting arena, as well as the inspiration he provides to others make him an excellent speaker for our Discover Trading event.