Giang Bui, Head of U.S. Equities & Exchange-Traded Products (ETP) at Nasdaq, is the newest addition to the Markets Media’s Women in Finance Advisory Board. Traders Magazine spoke with Giang Bui to discuss what it means for her to be on the Advisory Board and her personal interests.

Please tell us about yourself.

My career started in the exchange and exchange-traded product (ETP) world at the New York Stock Exchange on its Index and ETP team. I then moved to BATS, which was subsequently bought by Cboe, where I helped build out its ETP franchise.

At the end of 2020, I moved to Nasdaq, where I am currently the Head of U.S. Equities and ETPs. In that role, I am responsible for developing and executing the growth and strategic vision of Nasdaq’s ETP business, the three equities exchanges operated by Nasdaq—The Nasdaq Stock Market, Nasdaq BX, Nasdaq PSX—and the Nasdaq over-the-counter Trade Reporting Facility (TRF).

What does it mean for you to be on the WIF Advisory Board?

For me, being on the WIF Advisory Board means having the opportunity to contribute to recognizing and advocating for talented women in our industry. I am honored to be part of the community of accomplished women on the board, with whom I look forward to partnering and learning.

How did you become interested in finance?

In college, as a math and economics major, I interned with a wealth management group. In that role, I saw how the financial advisors helped clients of different backgrounds and ages prepare for life events and build wealth for their families. I was and still am drawn to the fast-paced, problem-solving nature of finance, along with the ability to build personal relationships with customers and help them accomplish their goals.

What do you do in your spare time? What are your hobbies?

I really enjoy traveling and exploring different cultures and cuisines. In that same vein, I also love trying new restaurants and markets around the city. In the office, I would like to think I am known as someone who can be trusted for food and restaurant recommendations, and I hope I can share that with my peers on WIF as well.

Also, and potentially most importantly, I am a proud owner of a 2-year-old corgi who has complete run of my house.

What were the best words of wisdom anybody has ever told you?

Stretch yourself, in all aspects of life, whether professionally or personally. At first it may feel uncomfortable, but it will ultimately help you be more prepared for the future. After a while, a once difficult responsibility becomes easy, allowing you to find a new challenge to stretch yourself toward.

Nominations are open for Markets Media Group’s 10th-annual U.S  Women in Finance Awards, which will be held in New York on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 21.