Mike Nicholas

Chief Executive Officer at Bond Dealers of America

Mike Nicholas is the Chief Executive Officer of the Bond Dealers of America (BDA), a position he has held since March 2008. Under his leadership, the BDA serves as a key advocacy organization for securities dealers involved in the U.S. fixed income markets, focusing on regulatory and legislative interests.1 2

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance from The University of Memphis (1987-1990)
Executive Education in Innovative Leadership from Duke University (2003)
Business Administration studies at the University of Alabama (1985-1987)
Attended Christian Brothers High School (1981-1985)

Professional Background

Before joining the BDA, Nicholas had a notable career in various financial roles:

Managing Director, Capital Markets Group at SIFMA from December 1996 to February 2008, where he led initiatives related to fixed income dealers and institutional equity brokers.1
Worked in the Fixed Income Capital Markets Group at Morgan Keegan from April 1993 to April 1995.
Served as a District Field Representative for Congressman Don Sundquist in the U.S. House of Representatives from November 1991 to April 1993, demonstrating his involvement in public service and government affairs.1

Nicholas's extensive experience in both finance and public policy equips him with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the bond market today.