Russell began his career at Brown Brothers Harriman, where he completed their training program and worked as an analyst specializing in internet stocks during their run up in the late 1990s. Following this, he ventured into trading his own account, while simultaneously investing as an angel investor and engaging in early-stage ventures.

In recent years, Russell has launched an advisory business that operates a diversified managed futures program. This initiative stems from his extensive experience trading his own account, evolving into a sophisticated operation driven entirely by quantitative, computer-based algorithmic strategies.