One-line descriptorapprox. 20 words
Gato Systems builds modular trading, operations, and regulatory technology for broker-dealers, clearing firms, and asset managers.
Press & Media
Gato Systems Media Kit
Approved boilerplate, logo files, executive bios, and citable facts. Reporters, analysts, and event organizers can describe Gato Systems accurately here. No email reply needed.
Company Facts
The Basics, On The Record
- Legal name
- Gato Systems LLC
- Brand name on first mention
- Gato Systems
- Brand name on later mention
- Gato
- Headquarters
- Hazlet, New Jersey, USA
- Category
- Capital markets trading, operations, and regulatory technology
- Customers served
- Broker-dealers, clearing firms, prop trading firms, and asset managers
- Website
- www.gatosystems.com
Boilerplate
Copy And Paste Approved Copy
Use these verbatim. Each version is company-approved, so no additional review is needed before publication.
Standard boilerplateapprox. 60 words
Gato Systems builds modular infrastructure for capital markets. The product suite spans trading and execution, operations and data, and risk and compliance. Broker-dealers, clearing firms, and asset managers get one data model for order flow, books and records, and regulatory reporting. Firms start with a single module to solve an immediate problem, then expand across the suite as they grow.
Extended boilerplateapprox. 120 words
Gato Systems builds modular infrastructure for capital markets. It replaces the stack of disconnected vendors most broker-dealers assemble to trade, settle, and report. The Gato product suite covers trading and execution, operations and data, and risk and compliance. Modules include FIX connectivity, order and execution management, pre-trade risk, client onboarding, corporate actions, reconciliation, reporting, and regulatory submissions such as CAT and CAIS.
Every module shares one data model, one entitlement layer, and one API surface. Firms start with a single pressing requirement and expand without a new integration project each time. Gato also publishes open developer documentation and REST APIs, so client engineering teams can build directly against the platform. Gato Systems is headquartered in Hazlet, New Jersey.
Quotable Facts
Figures Cleared For Citation
Attribute to Gato Systems. Each figure includes the context needed to use it correctly.
3
Product families
Trading & Execution, Operations & Data, and Risk & Compliance make up the Gato product suite.
10
Interoperable modules
Each module runs standalone or as part of the wider platform, sharing one data model and entitlement layer.
15M+
Corporate actions stored
Historical corporate action records held in gPure, Gato's securities master and corporate actions service.
16
2026 obligations tracked
CAT, CAIS, FINRA Rule 4210, T+1, and SEC Rule 15c3-5 deadlines published in Gato's 2026 Regulatory Deadline Calendar.
T+1
Settlement cycle supported natively
Gato added native T+1 settlement support across its operations and data modules.
REST + FIX
Integration surfaces
Client engineering teams integrate through documented REST APIs and FIX sessions on the same platform.
Who We Serve
Every Customer Type We Support
Gato Systems serves 13 categories of capital markets firms. Use these labels verbatim when describing the company's customer base.
Broker Dealers
Execution, clearing, and compliance infrastructure for modern broker dealer operations.
Banks
Multi asset trading platforms with white label options for retail and institutional clients.
Clearing Firms
Cross border readiness with U.S. regulatory expertise and execution venue integration.
Hedge Funds
High-performance execution and analytics for alpha generation.
Institutional Traders
Direct access infrastructure with operational rigor for complex global portfolios.
Family Offices
Institutional grade tools scaled for multi generational wealth and consolidated reporting.
Prop Trading Groups
Speed, reliability, and sophisticated risk controls across desks and asset classes.
FinTech Platforms
Modular building blocks that shorten time to market with compliance built in.
Educational Firms
Professional grade trading tools for simulated and live learning environments.
RIA's & Wealth Management
Integrated portfolio management and client reporting for advisors at every scale.
Exchanges
Market infrastructure with low latency connectivity, surveillance, and member reporting.
Regulators
Audit ready trade data, automated surveillance alerts, and standardized reporting.
Consultants
Modular infrastructure for client technology assessments and operational transformations.
Logos & Brand
Logo Files And Usage Rules
Editorial and event use is permitted without a separate license, provided the files are not altered.
Naming and usage rules
- Write the company name as "Gato Systems" on first mention and "Gato" thereafter. Never "GATO Systems Inc.", "Gato.co", or "Gato Tech".
- Module names are lowercase-g camel style: gHub, gTrader, gPure, gNexus, gView, gClarity, gPortal, gReg. Do not capitalize the leading g or add a space.
- Refer to the platform as the "Gato product suite", not "Gato Suite" or "GATO T-Suite".
- The primary logo needs clear space equal to the height of the G mark on all sides and a minimum width of 120px on screen.
- Do not stretch, recolor, outline, rotate, or add effects to the logo. Use the mark on its own only where the full lockup does not fit.
- Place the logo on white, light neutral, or the deep navy brand background. Avoid busy photography behind the lockup.
Brand colors
- Gato Blue #1747EA — Primary brand and interactive accents
- Volt #C8FF00 — Highlight rules, pills, and emphasis
- Deep Navy #020020 — Dark backgrounds and video/keynote fields
- Paper #FFFFFF — Primary light background
Executive Bios
Leadership, Ready To Quote
Bios below are approved for publication as written. Headshots are available on request through the media contact.
Tim Connelly
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Tim Connelly is a financial technology entrepreneur with nearly 40 years of experience building infrastructure for global markets. At Gato, he combines U.S. regulatory expertise with international market knowledge to deliver reliable, compliant, and flexible trading solutions that help firms grow with confidence.
Sajjad Somjee
Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
Sajjad Somjee has spent his career in financial technology. He has designed and delivered trading platforms, order management systems, and regulatory solutions across North America, Europe, and the GCC. Before co-founding Gato, he held senior roles leading product and engineering teams, where he built platforms trusted by broker-dealers, clearing firms, and global market participants.
Joanna Connelly
Chief Administrative Officer
Joanna Connelly is the Chief Administrative Officer at Gato Systems, where she leads administrative operations and drives organizational governance. She brings more than 25 years of experience from the legal field, grounding her work in strong regulatory understanding, disciplined execution, and structured operational support. Joanna is also active in community service, providing pro bono grant writing to nonprofits and serving on Human Relations and Participatory Budgeting Committees.
Muhammad Badar
Chief Experience Officer
Muhammad Badar is the Chief Experience Officer at Gato Systems, bringing international experience in client engagement, service strategy, and delivery across global financial markets. He has partnered with Tier-1 banks and major buy- and sell-side institutions, driving customer satisfaction, revenue growth, and streamlined operations. Known for bridging business and technology, Badar leads complex cross-functional initiatives that strengthen client relationships and support scalable enterprise performance.
Kirit Teli
Head of Business Development
Kirit Teli is a financial-technology leader with deep experience in brokerage infrastructure, market operations, and business development across global markets. At Gato, he drives commercial growth and regional expansion, building the partnerships and client relationships that anchor the Company's success. Known for his steady, pragmatic leadership, Kirit ensures Gato delivers both operational excellence and trusted market entry for every client.
Press Resources
Background Material
Website launch press release
DOCX — the most recent Gato Systems announcement
Real-Time Compliance Stack (2026)
PDF white paper — technical background for reporting stories
2026 Regulatory Deadline Calendar
Citable reference for CAT, CAIS, 4210, and T+1 dates
Blog and technical guides
Long-form analysis suitable for background and attribution
News and insights RSS
XML feed — newest Gato announcements first
Media contact
Gato Systems Media Relations — press@gatosystems.com
1301 State Highway 36, Suite 7, Hazlet, NJ 07730, USA
Media Questions
Citing Gato Systems correctly
Accuracy in trade press coverage comes down to small details. Does the company name carry a suffix? Is the module written gTrader or GTrader? Does a figure describe stored records or daily throughput? This page settles all three. Everything here is cleared for external use, so a reporter on a same-day deadline can quote it as written.
Need product-level detail? The module pages carry the technical specifications. The 2026 Regulatory Deadline Calendar lists every CAT, CAIS, FINRA Rule 4210, and T+1 date. Each entry cites its primary SEC, FINRA, or CAT NMS Plan source. Cite those pages when a story turns on a specific obligation rather than on the company.
How should Gato Systems be described in an article?
Use the standard boilerplate on this page: Gato Systems builds modular trading, operations, and regulatory technology for broker-dealers, clearing firms, and asset managers. On first mention write "Gato Systems"; use "Gato" thereafter.
For a longer background paragraph, use the extended boilerplate, which lists the three product families and the module coverage.
Can I use the Gato logo in my article, deck, or event listing?
Yes. Use the logo files on this page in editorial coverage, conference programs, and partner materials without a separate license.
Two conditions apply: do not alter the files, and do not imply that Gato endorses a third-party product. Keep clear space equal to the height of the G mark.
Do not recolor or distort the lockup.
Who do I contact for an interview or a comment on a deadline?
com. Include your outlet, the angle, and your deadline in the first message. We route interview requests to the executive closest to the topic. Trading and market structure go to the CEO.
Platform architecture and APIs go to the CTO. Client operations go to the Chief Experience Officer.
Are the statistics on this page approved for citation?
Yes. Every figure in the quotable facts section is a current, company-approved number, with the context needed to cite it correctly.
Attribute figures to Gato Systems and link to the relevant product or reference page where possible.
If you need a figure that is not listed, request it by email rather than deriving it from other pages.
Does Gato Systems offer analyst or investor briefings?
Yes. Analyst briefings covering product roadmap, regulatory coverage, and deployment model are arranged on request through the media contact above. Briefings are conducted under standard confidentiality terms where a roadmap is discussed.