Instructors
Brandon Wendell
CMT - Senior Instructor and Trader Mentor Instructor
Brandon has appeared as a guest on CNBC, Bloomberg TV, and Fox Business Channel. He has conducted special seminars for CNBC
staff on technical analysis of the financial markets. Brandon has published articles in The Trader's Journal, Forex Journal,
Investor Magazine, and Investor’s Business Daily. Brandon has also appeared as an industry expert speaker at the Trader’s Expo,
The Money Show, and Asia Traders and Investors Conference.
As a former stockbroker, brokerage trader, and hedge fund trader, Brandon brings various market views and insight to his
trading classes and lectures. A wealth of knowledge, he has held NASD securities series 7 and 63 licenses. An Online Trading
Academy graduate himself in 1998, Brandon has been trading equities, options, forex, and futures in his own account since. Brandon
taught for Online Trading Academy in 1999 to 2001 before becoming a Realtor and commercial mortgage broker and also managing a
venture capital firm. Returning to the Online Trading Academy family late in 2005, he now balances trading, teaching and a real
estate career. Brandon is also the San Diego Chapter Chair of the Market Technicians Association and holds the Chartered Market
Technician Designation.
The July 2010 cover of Traders Journal featured an interview with Brandon in which he shares some insights, hard learned lessons,
recommendations and advice. You can read it here: Interview: with Trader Brandon
Wendell.
What students are saying about Brandon Wendell:
"I really liked the information that Brandon covered that was above and beyond the class material. The
personal references that Brandon shared were very valuable. I enjoyed hearing Brandon's view. It helped me understand if I can
follow what he is seeing."
Michael G., March 2009
"Definitely one of the best instructors at Online Trading Academy. Amazing communication skills. Certain of
his recommendations. Gained amazing amount of knowledge in one short weekend. All I have to say is thanks! I look forward to the
Broad Market Analysis XLT in the coming months."
Philippe M., February 2009
"Excellent trainer. Brilliant presenter. Amazing class. I learned so much - it put everything together from
the earlier classes"
Harjap S., February 2009
"Brandon is a GREAT instructor. Lots of people may know this subject, but it takes a special kind of
person to be able to convey the ideas. Brandon's up-beat attitude and overall knowledge of trading kept everyone interested and
on pace. He had answers for all questions asked, and had a no BS approach while answering. Great Instructor."
Greg N., December 2008
"Brandon is a phenomenal instructor. Just like having a good math teacher in school, Brandon's ability to
link each new topic to the previous one with live examples keeps your attention and allows the information to sink in. I was
never bored in this class, and I truly believe this is one the best investments I have made."
John L., November 2008
"The depth and skill of Brandon Wendell was different than any other stock "guru" or instructor I have
ever had. I have gone to Investools, Think or Swim, Optionetics and read numerous investment books. I can tell that Brandon's
skill is far above any other I have encountered. Most importantly, he is not just a theoretical talking head, but an actual
trader."
Andrew F., October 2008
"Extremely knowledgeable instructor and talented communicator. Held my attention throughout with great
sense of humor!"
Debra K., June 2008
"Brandon is one of the best instructors I have ever had. He explains every detail and gives a lot of
examples. He also gives us lots of tips."
Becky B., March 2008
"I felt the instructor was basically a national treasure, and whatever you are paying him it is not nearly
enough. The class not only provided me with options information, but significantly supplemented my equities knowledge base."
Craig U., March 2008
"Brandon is obviously very qualified for the position. He has great charisma, energy, and a passion for
trading. He gave every student that raised their hand a chance to speak up."
Christophe B., February 2008
"Very good instructor. Extremely knowledgeable of a broad range of related topics as well as the classroom
material. Interesting, maintained good control and direction of class. Very entertaining in his commentaries. Made the class fun!"
Susan M., January 2008
"Brandon was more than qualified to teach the class and his ability to relate the material to real life
application was tremendously helpful. Also appreciated his intent to give the students as much information as he could provide
in a short 2 day period."
Don H., October 2007
"I wanted to thank you for your training, it was top notch. I was inspired by the way you taught the
class and it solidified the choice I made to sign up with Online Trading Academy. I didn't fully sign up for the advanced class,
but you made it easy for me to sign up for the 4 day and I plan on moving forward with the Active Trader Class once that is done.
Again, I appreciate all your efforts - you are a highly educated trainer."
Brian R., January 2007
"You totally rock! Your instruction was top notch. Thanks so much for everything. I definitely feel like
I can go home and begin to incorporate what you taught and that, with time, I'll be successfully trading. I look forward to
seeing you around Online Trading Academy as I take more classes. Take care."
Laurie C., February 2006
"I wanted to thank you so much for such a wonderfully INTENSE week. I actually came home feeling very
euphoric...and that is a very good sign. You are a wonderful teacher! I hope you realize how well you taught that class! You
really know your stuff! And the extras you included, I am grateful for! I'm glad I took so many notes. As I review them, I know
I'll be able to hear yours, Sal's and Bert's voices to help me remember the rules and the game. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!"
Barbara B., October 2006