Managers of Wealth Fintech

Scienaptic AI co-founder steps down to launch new venture, Algebrik AI

Jain is preparing to launch Algebrik AI’s website and product demo in October, with client deployments to commence in Spring 2025.

Uday Bola joins Target Group as new head of solution design

The company says Bola has a “proven track record of developing and delivering solutions that help achieve customer growth”.

Sucden Financial appoints derivatives head

He will lead Sucden Financial’s non-LME exchange-traded business, with a particular focus on growth and adding value for clients through technology, innovation and electronification.

SME app Countingup hires ClearScore’s Dan Elias as head of product

The company has been backed by Dutch banking giant ING, among other investors, since completing a £4 million bridge funding round in 2020.

Former Capital One VP joins Marqeta as chief AI officer

Husaini’s appointment comes as Marqeta places greater emphasis on AI and machine learning features within its platform

Grab Philippines Names Ronald Roda as Country Head

Vera Cruz will remain based in the Philippines to facilitate a smooth transition and ensure operational continuity.

Tuum Welcomes Industry Veteran David Yates as its New Chairman

David Yates has a highly successful track record leading financial technology companies and extensive board experience.

Markel Appoints April Tam as Senior Underwriter, PFR & Cyber and Head of Financial Institutions, Asia

In her new role, Tam will be instrumental in strengthening Markel’s Financial Institutions proposition in Asia.

PensionBee appoints Chief Business Officer UK

Lisa will facilitate the ongoing execution of the company’s strategy and corporate development in the United Kingdom.

CIFDAQ appoints chief compliance officer

Muthuswamy has held leadership positions in Compliance at Edelweiss Broking Ltd

Aspire Strengthens Compliance Team with Key Hires Amidst Global Expansion

These appointments aim to strengthen the company’s compliance, risk, and IT security teams, which have reportedly increased fivefold in the past 24 months.

HSBC digital chief Ashief Danga leaves for AXA Health

Danga has served as the bank’s head of digital for global markets since 2016.

Ex-TSB chief Paul Pester joins UK wealthtech start-up Firenze as chair

Pester is to be joined on the board by former Barclays exec Samantha Bamert and Artorius co-founder Mike Toole, who have been named as non-executive directors.

Seccl welcomes Tom Harris as chief technology officer

Harris will be responsible for leading Seccl’s technology vision, with executive accountability for all aspects of the company’s engineering, data and information security functions.

Software Developer joins Cortex Technologies

Bence will initially be working on an existing project to re-architect Seeker.gg, Cortex’s Guernsey-focused web portal before moving on to other parts of the suite.

Northmill bank appoints new CEO Julie Chatterjee

She is replacing Tord Topsholm, who has been CEO since October 2021.

Bunq to nearly double workforce in 2024

Global neobank bunq has announced its intention to hire over 730 new employees before the end of 2024, growing their global headcount by 70%

Wealth Access Taps Drew DiMarino as Chief Revenue Officer

Former Chief Growth Officer at Riskalyze and EVP of eMoney joins company at pivotal time of growth and demand for wealth management services at financial institutions

Payment processor Clowd9 hires former Thredd tech lead Paul Hansford as new CTO

Hansford says he is joining at a “critical juncture” for the UK-based paytech.

Digital family office hires heads of wealth management, advisory operations

Strategic hires made as firm achieves significant AUM milestone.

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