Benzinga has announced a partnership with PropShopTrader to host an educational webinar titled "The New Era of Proprietary Trading," scheduled for April 23 at 11:00 AM ET. The session aims to address a persistent challenge in retail trading: the difficulty of developing consistency and scaling strategies while risking personal capital. By focusing on how modern proprietary trading firms operate, the webinar seeks to provide practical insights for traders looking to transition from independent retail trading to managing firm-backed accounts.
Jim Simmons, Senior Risk Manager at PropShopTrader, will lead the discussion, breaking down the mechanics of today's prop firms, including evaluation models and the steps required for traders to access professional capital. The webinar will cover key topics such as the evolution of retail trading, the definition and structure of proprietary trading, the rise of multi-asset trading across stocks and futures, and how traders can build career pathways within prop firms. Risk management frameworks, differences between day trading and swing trading approaches, and a live walkthrough of the modern trading stack will also be featured.
According to the announcement, the session will explore how structured evaluation programs help traders develop discipline, consistency, and risk management skills—essential components for success in professional trading environments. The event is designed for both active traders and those exploring trading as a potential career, offering insights into how the multi-asset prop trading model is opening new opportunities. The webinar will be available on Benzinga.com, and registration is open for the April 23 event. For more details, the original release can be viewed on NewMediaWire.
This partnership underscores a broader shift in the trading industry, where retail traders increasingly seek pathways to professional capital and structured growth. By demystifying the prop trading landscape, Benzinga and PropShopTrader aim to equip participants with actionable knowledge to navigate this evolving space.
