Alberta, Canada - August 28, 2025 - Veteran trader Karl Dean, recently honored with Finance Specialist of the Year by Corporate LiveWire (2024 & 2025), today announced the expansion of his company, DarkPool Trading, and its mission to simplify the stock market for everyday people. Through structured education, mentorship, and innovative programs, DarkPool Trading is equipping individuals of all ages with the knowledge and confidence to build financial freedom.

“For me, this is about more than trading, it’s about resilience, mentorship, and transformation,” said Karl Dean, Founder of DarkPool Trading. “Too many people approach the markets feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. My goal is to turn that uncertainty into confidence by giving people a clear, structured plan and the mindset to succeed. At DarkPool Trading, we believe financial freedom isn’t reserved for Wall Street, it’s something anyone can achieve with the right education, strategy, and discipline.”

From Wall Street Strategies to Everyday Accessibility

Dean’s 25+ years of trading stocks, currencies, and cryptocurrencies have been distilled into accessible programs designed for beginners and intermediate traders. His teaching style focuses on clarity, simplicity, and practicality, helping students cut through complexity and build confidence step by step.

The flagship program, the Elite Trader Academy: Dark Pool Edition, will launch later this fall with an exclusive live 5-week training offered to the first 50 participants. After the initial cohort, the program will be available in a recorded format, giving future students ongoing access to the same strategies and resources. Participants also gain access to mentorship, community support, and trading resources such as workbooks, templates, and personalized coaching.

Other signature initiatives include:

• Mentorship & Coaching – One-on-one and group guidance with personalized accountability.

• Trading Resources – Practical tools to help traders build consistency and discipline.

• Stocks for Kids Program – A school-based initiative offered free to classrooms. Parents who want their children to learn at home can purchase an online course version.

Impact That Extends Beyond Traders

DarkPool Trading isn’t just about charts and strategies, it’s about impact. Hundreds of traders worldwide have already benefited from Dean’s structured programs, transforming their approach from uncertainty to consistency. Through Stocks for Kids and free school initiatives, Dean is extending financial education to children, ensuring the next generation grows up prepared to make informed financial decisions.

Why Now? The Demand for Financial Literacy

• According to FINRA, over 40% of U.S. households own stocks, yet most lack confidence in trading or risk management.

• The online trading education market is growing at 12% CAGR through 2030, reflecting strong demand for accessible learning.

• More than 70% of retail traders lose money, underscoring the need for structured mentorship and education.

Dean’s programs aim to reverse these trends by providing education, mentorship, and tools for real-world trading success. Internal data shows that students who complete structured programs with mentorship are 50% more likely to stick with trading long-term than those who learn alone.

Personal Mission, Professional Credibility

Dean’s credibility stems not only from his decades of trading experience but also from industry recognition: he was named Finance Specialist of the Year by Corporate LiveWire in 2024 and 2025, solidifying his place as a trusted voice in financial education.

“My mission is simple,” added Dean. “I want to help adults build a consistent side income or even a full-time career in trading, and I want to teach kids the foundations of financial literacy. While our school-based program is offered at no cost, families can also access an at-home course designed to give kids the same foundational knowledge in a flexible online format. Everything we do at DarkPool Trading is about one belief: knowledge is the first step to freedom.”

Interested individuals can take their first step toward financial independence by visiting www.darkpooltrading.ca to:

• Explore the Elite Trader Academy and upcoming workshops.

• Access free resources and updates to start learning right away.

• Join the DarkPool Trading community for mentorship, structured learning, and long-term growth.

About DarkPool Trading

DarkPool Trading, founded by Karl Dean, is a financial education company based in Alberta, Canada. With over 25 years of trading experience, Dean has transformed his expertise into an accessible teaching platform that helps individuals simplify the stock market and achieve consistency. Through the Elite Trader Academy, mentorship programs, and the Stocks for Kids initiative, DarkPool Trading empowers people of all ages to build confidence, create financial freedom, and design the life they’ve always dreamed of.

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