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BTIG to Donate $1 Million to Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery Efforts

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BTIG announced today that it will commit to donating $1 million dollars to wildfire relief and restoration efforts in Los Angeles, California. The funds will be donated to reputable organizations dedicated to the extensive rebuilding efforts needed after the unprecedented and tragic wildfires.

“Natural disasters can strike at any time, revealing the vulnerabilities of even the most developed communities,” noted Steven Starker, Co-Founder of BTIG. “We are committed to doing our part and contributing to the ongoing and long-term recovery efforts ahead.”

“We are grateful for the swift action of the many organizations already on the ground in Los Angeles,” said Anton LeRoy, Chief Executive Officer of BTIG. “As the rebuilding process evolves there will inevitably be a continued demand for relief services, and BTIG will be there to help meet those needs.”

Since 2003, BTIG has donated more than $60 million dollars to charitable organizations around the world.

About BTIG

BTIG is a global financial services firm specializing in institutional trading, investment banking, research and related brokerage services. With an extensive global footprint and more than 700 employees, BTIG, LLC and its affiliates operate out of 20 cities throughout the U.S., and in Europe, Asia and Australia. BTIG offers execution, expertise and insights for equities, equity derivatives, ETFs and fixed income, currency and commodities. The firm’s core capabilities include global execution, portfolio, electronic and outsource trading, investment banking, prime brokerage, capital introduction, corporate access, research and strategy, commission management and more.

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Contacts

Media:
Jill Gordon
443.668.2055
jgordon@prosek.com

Vanessa Siderow
212.738.6148
vsiderow@btig.com

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Contacts

Media:
Jill Gordon
443.668.2055
jgordon@prosek.com

Vanessa Siderow
212.738.6148
vsiderow@btig.com

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