Instructors
Martin Dim
Equities and Personal Trading Plan Instructor
Marty has traded for his own account in the equity and futures markets for since 1976. After graduating from the
University of Michigan and Northwestern Law School, Marty traded on the floor of the Chicago Board of Options Exchange for over
22 years. Marty currently holds Series 3, 7 and 63 securities licenses. Marty has been tingrad equities, options,
futures and options on futures electronically since 2000. He has seen and lived it all and brings a perspective that enhances his direct,
personal, and entertaining style of teaching. While stressing the value of technical analysis, Marty emphasizes the importance
of a strong psychological approach to trading and endeavors to give his students the complete package necessary for their future
success.
What students are saying about Martin Dim:
"Marty has proven to be a formidable resource of knowledge, showing patience towards his students throughout. I've learned a
lot and I would certainly recommend him warmly to anyone, either new or on a retake."
Andre S., June 2010
"The instructor was the best. He made the material, which could be quite dense to get through on your own, much easier to go
over. He has a great way of explaining a complex notion in a personal and easy-to-relate-to manner! He also provided good perspectives in terms of
which tools and strategies to adopt under different circumstances, and what are less important."
Meg R., June 2010
"Marty was great. His experience from the CBOE and many years of trading was invaluable. He was a very receptive teacher who
brought many nuances to the curriculum."
Tyler T., May 2010
"Marty was an excellent instructor with fantastic experience which he shared with us (both good and bad). I think it is very
real to know that you can lose at this as well as gain. With the money management principles taught, I have much confidence that what I learned will
be applied positively. Thank You Marty!"
Sue H., April 2010
"Wow!! What an opportunity to tap into a wealth of knowledge and experience, with an instructor that was both accomplished in the
trading profession, yet willing to impart his knowledge and caring to a group of "greenhorn" students. Marty made great effort to utilize all classroom
resources as best appropriate to provide full understanding of the course materials for the students. He provided an atmosphere that was fun,
educational, and dynamic. He provided plenty of opportunity for questions and discussions during the presentation and while trading, but kept the class
moving at a pace that was most conducive to learning. Marty Dim "rocks"... I'm very impressed, and will look for Marty's classes in the future.
Thank you for providing such a "Class A" instructor!"
Suzanne B., April 2010
"Mr. Dim is a very educated instructor and was able to explain Professional Trader Part 2 extremely well. It was my
understanding that I was familiar with the market, upon graduating from this class I saw that I was nowhere close to where I am supposed to be in
order to achieve financial success in today's market. I will be starting my professional trading career immediately, thanks to the great help and
support of Martin Dim and the Online Trading Academy team. I would personally advise anyone who is enrolling in this program to elect Martin as their
instructor. Although, Online Trading Academy has a great pool of instructors, you cannot go wrong with anyone. They are all very skilled in the
market."
Mason K., April 2010
"I like that Marty gives specific examples/parameters from his own experience. He has traded a long time, and things like the
16 most hit numbers on the S&P, what averages he uses, etc, will be very helpful."
Anita T., March 2010
"Marty walked the class through concepts that I found difficult in the past, and thus stayed away from. For example, short
selling. Now, as least I have an overview of short selling and am more inclined to explore this in future trading."
Susan C., February 2010
"The examples were great. Marty had excellent correlation of the materials we were covering to actual right now market
conditions. Marty's experience and ability to comment and forecast the market was excellent and challenges me to want to be as "able" as he."
Randy G., February 2010
"Martin is a great guy with a genuine concern for our personal success. He employs his many years of experience by helping his
students manage our trading plans in a professionall manner. Martin's sense of humor makes the classroom light, fun, and an all around good time.
Thanks, Martin."
Brandi J., February 2010
"Marty was excellent in presenting his knowledge of trading, giving us many practical suggestions and advice."
Marlene J., January 2010
"Marty is very knowledgeable and has the ability and willingness to impart his knowledge and experience onto the class.
Excellent. We got a wealth of information in one week."
Marlene J., January 2010
"Marty did a great job making each person feel like he was important and his/her questions were important. This is an
important venture for me and Marty was more than helpful individually as well as presenting great material."
Jeff B., December 2009
"Martin demystifies the market by bringing to the class his breadth and depth of trading experiences and shares it
passionately with his students. Is the market still treacherous and unpredictable? Yes, but with the tools and knowledge I gained in these classes I
can say I can tackle it with a more predictable outcome. The training does not make a person an overnight successful trader but increases one's
probability of success."
Ninos Z., November 2009
"Marty was fantastic! His down-to-earth views really helped to calm the erratic arena of day trading. If you get the
opportunity to learn under Marty's guidance, you will not be disappointed."
Marshall S., November 2009
"Marty combined his experience, sense of humor, and awareness of student understanding to make for an effective and enjoyable
learning experience. His personal insights, tips, and recommendations were particularly useful."
Craig V., November 2009
"Instructor, Martin Dim, was EXCELLENT, in knowledge, teaching, and presentation."
Kenneth G., October 2009
"Marty has a unique and special ability to explain how the various indicators work and how each provides (or can provide)
information upon which decisions can be made. I would rank his candor and plain folks teaching approach on a par with that of Steve Misic who I
thought was the BEST until I attended Marty's classes. Now I'd like to try to review the material each of them presented again."
Marion B., September 2009
"Martin Dim was great in applying the theory to the actual process of trading. The application of Support/Resistance lines to
pre-open trade preparation was INVALUABLE!!! Martin's ability to put all the material in an orderly fashion to develop an actual trading plan was
great. Watching the execution of the trading plan in an actual trade was invaluable too."
Biing D., August 2009
"Marty Dim is an excellent instructor who provides a great balance of detailed knowledge and road maps for structured
decision making. Marty's passion is manifested through his enthusiastic expressions and anecdotes. I wish more instructors/professors could deliver
learning tools in the interesting and engaging manner that Marty exhibited throughout the class."
Brian M., August 2009
"Marty obviously knows his material, and better yet, it is obvious that Marty spent time in advance of class preparing both
explanations of concepts with examples. Marty did not just teach the curriculum but brought the curriculum to life. I would very much like to take
future classes from him."
Allyn K., July 2009
"Marty is a superb instructor and a very intelligent guy. He was very generous with his knowledge and made sure he covered the
syllabus, as well as reinforcing the same with specific examples that widened our knowledge."
Sheila I., June 2009
"Marty is the man, I doubt there could have been a better instructor to learn from!!"
Eric S., April 2009
"Martin Dim is an excellent Instructor. He is very personable and stays conscious that he maintains a
pace that everyone in class could follow. His integrity regarding this is impeccable and because of this, he is changing lives."
Deatrice R., March 2009
"Marty's extensive floor/screen trading experience made him an awesome instructor. It allows him to bring
insight into the classroom that, as students, we would not be able to receive otherwise. There is a lot of material in the
Pro Trader 1 & 2 classes. Though I took a plethora of notes, it will be difficult to retain all the key ideas and points. I am
sure as I become a more proficient trader, those ideas and points will become clear. You seem to have a first class operation, I
saw that as soon as I walked into the Charlotte facility and met Dan, Andy, Charles, Tray and Keith. I would refer others to this
academy."
Brian B., March 2009
""Marty is a fantastic instructor. He keeps the pace very manageable for everyone and makes sure noone is getting lost or
confused. His insights, past experiences, how much he values each concept, or not, and his sense of humor made this a knock out class. I have had
many instructors in over 10 years of college study and he stands out with the very best I have ever had. Thank you Marty! I cannot repay you enough."
Kevin J., February 2009
"Marty, is far and away the most knowledgeable instructor I have had so far. He has the patience to work
with a student and was always helpful when answering questions. I would recommend him and his teaching methods to anyone. When
a person lives through 1987 at CBOE and can talk about it rationally, he has what it takes."
Donnie S., January 2009
"Marty really knew how to present the material and was passionate. I would take any course he would teach."
Ralph E., January 2009
"Marty was fantastic. Gave great insight to trading and really went out of his way to make sure students
were comfortable with certain concepts."
John E., January 2009
"Marty Dim is a very experienced teacher. Knows his stuff. A great instructor to have. Thanks"
Osita I., December 2008
"I thought that the entire week was very informative. Marty did a great job of going at a pace that
everyone felt good about. No matter what your background or experience, you can get something out of this class. Marty is an
excellent instructor. I am glad that I took this course and look forward to my option class and my new career as a professional
trader!"
Charles S., October 2008
"The class was most effective when we were hands on the platform and Marty provided insight and coaching.
His experience really came through during live trading and post analysis."
Kenneth S., October 2008
"Marty is a true gentleman and an excellent teacher."
Nathalie, September 2008
"Enjoyed Marty leading us through the materials and sharing his knowledge and experience."
Yuma S., September 2008
"Marty has a lot of knowledge and experience delivered the material in a helpful and understandable manner."
Kathleen P., September 2008
"Marty is an incredible instructor. You're lucky to have him."
Robert B., August 2008
"Marty was very approachable and helpful. He always made me feel comfortable. Marty also used many
interesting examples from his past experience."
Scott R., August 2008
"Marty's dedication and knowledge are at the top. He is a definite asset to Online Trading Academy."
Gerard G., August 2008