Mark is the Principal, Investor Education, OCC | OIC Instructor at the OCC. With nearly three decades of hands-on experience in options, Mark Benzaquen has established himself as one of the industry’s most trusted educators and communicators. His rare ability to distill complex options concepts into clear, actionable insights has made him an invaluable resource for investors at every stage of their journey — from first-time traders to seasoned market participants.
As Principal, Investor Education, OCC and The Options Industry Council (OIC) instructor, Mark brings both institutional depth and genuine teaching passion to everything he does. He has developed a rich library of original educational content — spanning online courses, webinars, and in-depth resources — all designed to demystify options and empower investors with the knowledge and confidence to navigate markets effectively.
Mark is also the host of the OIC Wide World of Options podcast, where he sits down each month with prominent industry leaders for candid, forward-looking conversations that shed light on the ever-evolving world of options trading.
