I was recently asked to be a guest on a new podcast from LoqSea. I had a lot of fun talking with Lauren McLean about how I got into commodities and so much more…. Here is the description of the episode. In the debut episode of Ahead of the Curve, we’re thrilled to welcome Gary M. Vasey, Managing Partner at Commodity Technology Advisory (ComTech). With over 30 years of experience—from geologist to BP consultant, proprietary trader, and now widely recognised as a leading voice in both commodities and CTRM—Gary brings unparalleled expertise to the table. Join us as Gary shares his journey into the world of commodities, explores how CTRM (Commodity Trading & Risk Management) systems have transformed, and reveals what’s next for trading technology and global markets. 🔹 What We Cover: Gary’s Unique Path: From geology to BP and beyond—how he became a CTRM pioneer. The Evolution of CTRM: How the role of CTRM has shifted from risk management to strategic decision-making. Tech-Driven Transformation: The impact of AI, automation, and data analytics on trading and risk processes. Modernisation Challenges: Why legacy systems struggle to keep up and what firms should prioritise for the future. The Next Decade in… continue reading