Topstep was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The finance company focuses on trading and futures markets, offering services that span proprietary trading, risk management, performance coaching, day trading, funded accounts, trading preparation, education, and community engagement.
With a team of 200–500 professionals, Topstep reports revenue between $1 B and $5 B. The leadership roster includes Vanessa (Elevating Traders), Attique Khan (Professional Funded Trader), Harrison Bradford (Professional Futures Day Trader), Cher Li Ang (Certified funded trader), Sophia Williams (Quality Assurance Team Lead), Tracy Hepler (Sr. Director, Brand & Communications), Qian Liu (Certified Funded Trader made $700k in six months), Rigoberto (Professional Day Trader), Tim Truong (Staff Product Designer, Trading Platform), Terry Caster (Director of IT Management), Pedro Santana (Trader CME – Topstep Remote – United States 2022–2024), Rowen Noreus (Futures Trader), Vincent Tinelli (Futures Trader), Douglas Shuntich (Funded Trader), Kenneth Chavez (Research Analyst) and Michael Etem (Professional Day Trader).
Topstep’s platform equips traders with the tools and guidance needed to excel, combining rigorous risk controls with tailored coaching. Its community‑driven approach nurtures talent from trading preparation through funded execution, fostering growth for both novice and seasoned participants.