The company strengthens its leadership team with Martin Ryan joining and Jodie Kelsall's move to Chief of Staff.
Ryan also worked for LCH Clearnet and began his professional career at JP Morgan.
From left: New COO Martin Ryan and New CS Jodie Kelsall
Britannia
Global Markets has appointed Martin Ryan, a thirty-year financial services
veteran, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), while promoting Jodie
Kelsall to Chief of Staff (CS). The London-based financial services firm
announced these appointments today (Wednesday) as part of its growth
initiatives.
Ex-TP ICAP COO Ryan Takes
Same Role at Britannia Markets
Ryan joins
Britannia from TP ICAP, where he also served as COO. His extensive career
includes leadership positions at London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), where he
was CEO of Business Services, and LCH Clearnet, where he served as CIO and
board member. Ryan also held significant positions at Morgan Stanley and began
his career in JP Morgan's markets sales and trading business.
“I am
delighted to be appointed Chief Operating Officer at Britannia Global Markets
as the company looks to capitalize on its recent growth,” Ryan said.
“I am looking forward to working with a talented team on a range of
initiatives to better position it for the future.”
Steve Pettitt, CEO at Britannia Global Markets
The
appointment comes as the FCA-regulated firm, continues to expand its derivatives
broking services across foreign exchange and other financial products. The
company operates as part of Britannia Financial Group, serving an international
client base including institutions, corporates and ultra-high-net-worth
individuals.
“We are
pleased to have Martin Ryan join us at an exciting time for the business,” said
Steve Pettitt, CEO at Britannia Global Markets. “His extensive experience in
technology and operations within financial services will add further depth to
the management team and I look forward to working with him.”
Current COO Becomes Chief
of Staff
In a
parallel move, Jodie Kelsall's promotion to Chief of Staff comes with
responsibilities for implementing Britannia's business strategy and improving
transparency across the organization. The newly created role will leverage her
expertise in bridging front and back office operations.
Jodie
Kelsall has undoubtedly been a key asset for Britannia, working for the company
for five years. Since January 2023, she held the position of COO. However,
the appointment of a veteran with 30 years of experience to the same role
required to find a new position for her.
“Jodie’s
progression to the newly created role of Chief of Staff will allow her to use
her talents in delivering new strategic initiatives for Britannia Global
Markets,” added Pettitt.
Britannia’s Hiring Spree
Britannia Global Markets has
been actively bolstering its workforce with strategic hires in recent months.
As reported by Finance Magnates, the FCA-regulated firm has rehired Neil
Welsh as Head of Metals, reinforcing its trading desk. Welsh, a base metals
specialist with over two decades of experience, previously served as a base
metals sales trader at the company for over three years before departing two
years ago.
In addition, Britannia expanded
its FX sales team by recruiting Michael Going, a seasoned
professional with over a decade of experience in the field. Joining the London
office in August, Going brings a robust background from his time at IG, where
he advanced to Institutional Sales, and LMAX, where he held a Senior Sales
Executive position.
Most recently, he served as
Sales Manager at Capital.com, overseeing FX and other assets. These hires
underscore Britannia’s focus on leveraging experienced talent to drive growth
and enhance market functionality.
Britannia
Global Markets has appointed Martin Ryan, a thirty-year financial services
veteran, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), while promoting Jodie
Kelsall to Chief of Staff (CS). The London-based financial services firm
announced these appointments today (Wednesday) as part of its growth
initiatives.
Ex-TP ICAP COO Ryan Takes
Same Role at Britannia Markets
Ryan joins
Britannia from TP ICAP, where he also served as COO. His extensive career
includes leadership positions at London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), where he
was CEO of Business Services, and LCH Clearnet, where he served as CIO and
board member. Ryan also held significant positions at Morgan Stanley and began
his career in JP Morgan's markets sales and trading business.
“I am
delighted to be appointed Chief Operating Officer at Britannia Global Markets
as the company looks to capitalize on its recent growth,” Ryan said.
“I am looking forward to working with a talented team on a range of
initiatives to better position it for the future.”
Steve Pettitt, CEO at Britannia Global Markets
The
appointment comes as the FCA-regulated firm, continues to expand its derivatives
broking services across foreign exchange and other financial products. The
company operates as part of Britannia Financial Group, serving an international
client base including institutions, corporates and ultra-high-net-worth
individuals.
“We are
pleased to have Martin Ryan join us at an exciting time for the business,” said
Steve Pettitt, CEO at Britannia Global Markets. “His extensive experience in
technology and operations within financial services will add further depth to
the management team and I look forward to working with him.”
Current COO Becomes Chief
of Staff
In a
parallel move, Jodie Kelsall's promotion to Chief of Staff comes with
responsibilities for implementing Britannia's business strategy and improving
transparency across the organization. The newly created role will leverage her
expertise in bridging front and back office operations.
Jodie
Kelsall has undoubtedly been a key asset for Britannia, working for the company
for five years. Since January 2023, she held the position of COO. However,
the appointment of a veteran with 30 years of experience to the same role
required to find a new position for her.
“Jodie’s
progression to the newly created role of Chief of Staff will allow her to use
her talents in delivering new strategic initiatives for Britannia Global
Markets,” added Pettitt.
Britannia’s Hiring Spree
Britannia Global Markets has
been actively bolstering its workforce with strategic hires in recent months.
As reported by Finance Magnates, the FCA-regulated firm has rehired Neil
Welsh as Head of Metals, reinforcing its trading desk. Welsh, a base metals
specialist with over two decades of experience, previously served as a base
metals sales trader at the company for over three years before departing two
years ago.
In addition, Britannia expanded
its FX sales team by recruiting Michael Going, a seasoned
professional with over a decade of experience in the field. Joining the London
office in August, Going brings a robust background from his time at IG, where
he advanced to Institutional Sales, and LMAX, where he held a Senior Sales
Executive position.
Most recently, he served as
Sales Manager at Capital.com, overseeing FX and other assets. These hires
underscore Britannia’s focus on leveraging experienced talent to drive growth
and enhance market functionality.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
Bank of London Product Head: “Clients Don’t Want to Wait for Cutoff Times” On-Chain
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
