Category: Executives

September 11, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

ASX Chair Damian Roche to Retire

Roche, who has been serving as Chair for several years, has been guiding the ASX through a period of significant transformation. However, he had come under heavy pressure in recent years, particularly regarding the replacement of its Chess clearing infrastructure. The process has resulted in the Australian Securities and Investment Commission suing the market operator.…

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Torstone Technology expands its London headquarters
September 10, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

AJ Bell Chief Operating Officer Roger Stott to Step Down

Roger joined AJ Bell in July 2008, and during his time at the company, he held various roles, including Group Finance Director and Chief Risk Officer. In August 2021, Stott was appointed to the company's board in the newly created role of COO, which saw him take responsibility for the operational aspects of the business.…

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July 18, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Fortescue’s Restructuring Leads To 700 Job Cuts

Andrew Forrest, the company’s founder and executive chairman of the board, reportedly addressed 16,000 employees about the possible layoffs. Positions on the chopping block allegedly include senior management. This move comes after the company shifted its focus to the production of affordable renewable energy. Analysts believe this strategic U-turn will, however, negatively impact the company’s…

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eToro's crypto trading platform & wallet now available in 32 US states
July 17, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Andrew McCormick Named New US Chief at eToro

McCormick is an internal hire with a wealth of experience from his time at Morgan Stanley and E*Trade. Since joining eToro in early 2022, he has acted as Senior Counsel but will now be tasked with continuing the recent work done by his predecessor to grow the company's presence in the US while developing its…

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Swiss National Bank
June 27, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

SNB’s Vice Chair To Take The Wheel From Jordan

This move has been typed as a safe, in-house appointment and follows the SNB succession trends. Widely seen as Jordan’s personal successor choice, Schlegel will also become the head of Department I in Zurich. At age 47, he will be the second-youngest chairman in the history of this institution. The Swiss government also announced that…

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June 26, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

ATFX Executive Talks – Drew Niv

Interviewer: Hi Drew, thanks for joining us today. We're thrilled to have you on board at ATFX this year. As the Chief Strategy Officer at ATFX, could you share with us why you joined ATFX and some specific strategies or initiatives you plan to implement in your new role to drive the company's growth and…

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June 25, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

FX Veteran John Bogue Joins ATFX as Director of Institutional Operation

John’s extensive background includes significant roles at NatWest Markets Plc and Euronext FX Inc., formerly FastMatch. His deep understanding and seasoned oversight have been honed through his exposure to all facets of the FX asset class, including operations, risk management, and sales functions. John’s prior position was as Director for EMEA FX at TraderTools. He…

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financial buildings
May 14, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Chris Elms Appointed As CEO For Euroclear UK & International

This international holding company provides post-trade financial services, including settlement and custody of local and international securities for bonds, equities and derivatives, and investment funds. It operates through Euroclear Bank, International CSD and Euroclear UK & International, among others. Elms previously served as this division’s interim CEO and brings 28 years of experience to the…

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May 09, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

FCA Fines and Bans Former Shard Capital CEO

Lewis is the founder and ex-managing partner of Shard Capital, a wealth and asset manager. He was at the helm of this brokerage from 2010 to January 2022, according to the Financial Times (FT). The financial watchdog found that Lewis provided inaccurate information on two occasions regarding clients’ cash held by Shard. The former Shard…

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