MIAX CEO Gallagher Named 2026 Chief Executive of the Year for Eight-Exchange Growth
MIAX CEO Thomas P. Gallagher was named Chief Executive of the Year for expanding from one 2012 options exchange to eight global trading venues. In 2025, he led MIAX’s IPO, secondary offering, launched Onyx and Sapphire platforms, sold 90% of MIAXdx and acquired TISE to strengthen its multi-asset markets.
1. Award Details
Thomas P. Gallagher received the Chief Executive of the Year award at the FOW International Awards 2026 in London, recognizing his leadership in the global derivatives industry.
2. Leadership and Growth
Gallagher has overseen MIAX since its first options exchange launch in 2012, guiding its evolution into a multi-asset group operating eight exchanges across options, futures, equities and international markets.
3. 2025 Strategic Milestones
In 2025, MIAX completed its IPO and a secondary offering, launched the Onyx futures platform and Sapphire options floor, sold 90% of MIAXdx and acquired The International Stock Exchange (TISE), enhancing its multi-asset trading franchise.