Troy Noonan is a seasoned trading coach, system developer, and author with over three decades of experience in the financial markets. As the founder of The Backpack Trader, he embodies the freedom that successful trading can provide. Noonan's journey began in 1992 with a pivotal trade shorting the British Pound, which allowed him to travel the world while honing his trading skills. He has since developed numerous successful trading systems, including the Seven Summits Trader and the Counter Punch Trader. Noonan's expertise extends to mentoring, having coached thousands of traders across 110 countries. He is the author of "Day Trading QuickStart Guide" and "Forex QuickStart Guide," both highly regarded in the trading community. A frequent speaker at global trading events, Noonan has conducted training sessions in major cities worldwide. His philosophy centers on treating trading as a business and equipping traders with the tools to succeed in the financial battlefield. Troy currently resides in the United States, where he continues to innovate and inspire in the world of trading.