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Online Trading Academy Instructors

Don Dawson - E-Mini Futures, Commodity Futures Instructor

Don has been trading the futures markets for 20 years.  His perseverance through the ups and downs of trading, openness to experience of others, balanced tolerance for risk and patience to wait for his setups are a few of his strengths as a trader. 

Don obtained his series 3 license in 1990.  Soon afterwards he registered as a Commodity Trading Advisor with the National Futures Association and formed his company Majestic Futures. He has been a guest speaker on Technical Analysis at Johns Hopkins University and a guest speaker on Business of Trading Radio Show  in Washington, DC.

He continues to actively trade his personal account on a daily basis when not teaching for Online Trading Academy.  His teaching method has been referred to as "down to earth".  He understands the students need for a structured environment in the early stages of their trading education.  He uses humor to convey information in an accessible way. 

He is excited about sharing his passion for trading with others.  A quote he likes is "A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle".  He is now looking for a balance in life between trading and teaching others what he has learned from 20 years of trading.  He acknowledges that the best teacher is a student – always in learning mode and wanting to learn more by teaching.  He looks forward to working with each of you in one of his E-Mini Futures classes.


Testimonials

"Did appreciate Don Dawson's background and experience. He was very helpful in sharing his 20 years of experience with the class."

Daniel S., August 2008

"Don was the best part of the class. His generous sharing was very appreciated. "

Mike F., August 2008

"Don knows his subject, and did an outstanding job teaching it."

Theodore J., August 2008

"Don has a fantastic personality. He is the most willing to share of all instructors I have had so far. He does not hold back his personal tools and trading plans. He is completely devoted and invested in our education and success."

Mike F., July 2008

 

 

"Don made a great effort to be clear and keep information simple and useable. Very friendly and approachable."

Kate D., July 2008

"I truly enjoyed the class and thought Don presented the material in a clear, concise manner."

Pamela P., July 2008

"Don's got a great "down home" attitude; good sense of humor. Seems very experienced. Good model for humility. Engaged all students."

Mike P., July 2008

"Don's instruction was easy to understand and patient. Also the fact that he is a great person overall made learning that much more comfortable and easy."

Sidney H., July 2008

"Don is a great instructor! I liked his insight in the markets and the platform and his personal attention."

Russell M., June 2008

"This class was excellent. I'm only 18 and this is super new to me. By the morning of day two I still felt I did not have a single clue on how to make the right decisions while trading. From all the course material to trading on the training platforms and the perk of having Don Dawson (assisting Sam while learning to be an instructor himself) sit right next to me, by the end of Day 5 I was very well knowledgable about trading! I was making trades that even other people were excited that I had made. This creates many good feelings and a lot of confidence. Sam and Don did an excellent job working together, they were a great team! Having the benefit of being able to e-mail Sam or Don at any time is a big plus also. People pay money a lot of times just to have a forum, etc. I've got real professionals only a few clicks away. I am very lucky to be able to take part in something like this, and I feel it has created great oppurtunities for my future! Thanks Online Trading Academy!"

Brian B., May 2008

"Really enjoyed Don Dawson's instruction and knowledge of this E-Mini course. His experience as a trader came through in his teaching."

John R., May 2008

"Don Dawson did an excellent job. Very knowledgeable and cooperative. He's a good man."

Richard K., May 2008

"Don was the instructor and he was great and professional in his teaching."

DARRYL W., May 2008