about TIDAL

Chief Executive Officer

Guillermo Trias, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in finance and investment management, spearheads Tidal Financial Group as CEO and Co-Founder. With a solid background in executive leadership roles within the financial services sector, including serving as Head of Strategy & Business Development at Global X Management and contributing to investment banking at Deutsche Bank, Guillermo has honed his skills in driving growth and innovation. His career highlights also feature successfully launching and scaling multiple start-ups, as well as leading corporate build-outs. At Tidal Financial Group, Guillermo is tasked with overseeing the company’s overall strategy and leadership, driving key initiatives forward, and nurturing strategic relationships to propel the firm’s success.

Chief Investment Officer

Michael Venuto brings over two decades of extensive experience in the asset management business as the CIO and Co-Founder of Tidal. With a notable background, including roles such as Head of Investments at Global X Management and Director and Portfolio Manager at Horizon Kinetics, Michael has demonstrated his expertise in various facets of investment management. At Tidal, Michael leads the charge in investment management, research, and trading, ensuring our clients receive top-notch services and insights. His exceptional contributions have earned him recognition as an ETF All-Star by etf.com.

Chief of Staff

Dan Carlson serves as the Chief of Staff and Co-Founder at Tidal Financial Group, bringing with him over three decades of valuable experience in the financial sector. Joining the company in March 2012, Dan has played a pivotal role in its growth and success. With a strong background in developing and launching various financial products such as mutual funds, collective trusts, 529 plans, and multi-manager 401(k) platforms, his expertise has been instrumental in steering Tidal Financial Group towards innovation and excellence. Before joining Tidal, Dan held executive positions at esteemed organizations including Buck Consultants, Lincoln Financial, and Avatar Associates.

Chief of Operations

Eric Falkeis is a seasoned financial services executive with over 25 years of experience and a proven track record of leadership. Joining Tidal in 2018 as a Co-Founder, Eric played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding the Tidal ETF Services platform. His prior roles include serving as the President and COO of Direxion Investments and as the Director of ETF Operations for US Bank. Eric brings extensive board experience to the table, having served as Chairman and Trustee for Tidal Trusts I & II, as well as holding independent director positions for various mutual fund and BDC Trusts.

Chief Revenue Officer

Gavin Filmore brings over 15 years of expertise in financial markets and product structuring to his role as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Tidal. With a background highlighted by his tenure as Head of Exchange Traded Products at Barclays Capital, Gavin possesses a wealth of knowledge in navigating complex financial landscapes. At Tidal, he spearheads the company’s operating model, product development, and oversees commodity and derivative trading. His diverse skill set encompasses structuring sales, operational product development, regulatory compliance, capital markets support, and sales and marketing.

General Counsel

Michael Pellegrino serves as Tidal’s General Counsel. Michael has more than 25 years of legal experience focused on the investment management industry. In 2008, Michael founded and managed the investment management law firm, Pellegrino LLC. Prior experience includes serving as in-house counsel at PNC Global Investment Servicing, Inc. (now a BNY Mellon company) and Delaware Investments. He was also an associate in the investment management practice groups of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and Drinker Biddle & Reath.

Chief Financial Officer

Ronnie Riven joined Tidal in 2024 as Chief Financial Officer, bringing over a decade of finance leadership experience. Before joining Tidal, Ronnie held key roles at prominent organizations, including Global X ETFs, Barclays Center, National Grid, and BDO USA. His extensive expertise in financial management and strategic planning has been instrumental in driving financial growth and operational efficiency across these diverse industries.

Chief Compliance Officer

William Woolverton, Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), brings over 30 years of experience in compliance, governance, legal, and risk management across ETFs, open-end mutual funds, closed-end funds, and UCITS. He has held senior executive positions at Putnam Investments and Alliance Bernstein and has been a member of the financial services groups at Dechert, LLP, and Clifford Chance, LLP. At Tidal, William is responsible for overseeing compliance and fund governance services, ensuring the implementation of best-in-class internal compliance controls.