Marathon is a privately held proprietary derivatives trading firm with a philosophy rooted in principles of "relative value" and arbitrage. The firm utilizes its own proprietary trading models, combined with the analytic skills of its traders, to generate investment decisions in any type of market. The firm has grown rapidly since its inception in 2012, and its success is derived from its technology, a clear vision, and an environment where self-motivated employees are encouraged to develop new ideas. Marathon's strength is its workplace being an open forum for debate and creativity. Success at Marathon is determined by teamwork, will and consistency.