Meet the Team

dustin lindsey

Principal & Co-Founder

Dustin is the architect of UpDown’s quantitative investment strategy, leveraging his deep expertise in algorithmic trading and technology. As Principal, he leads the fund’s strategic vision and ensures the continuous innovation of its proprietary trading systems.

erik torgerson

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

Erik provides the institutional operational backbone for UpDown, drawing on his extensive experience managing complex financial partnerships at ET Capital Partners. As Managing Partner, he oversees capital relationships and the firm’s administrative infrastructure to ensure a seamless experience for all participants.

Jennifer Shields

Chief Operating Officer

Jennifer oversees the organizational infrastructure and strategic execution for UpDown Capital. With a focus on operational excellence and partnership management, she ensures that the firm’s administrative backbone supports both high-level growth and a seamless experience for all participants.