Robert J. Van Eyden, a known figure in the financial industry, has announced his appointment as the Chief Executive Officer of Scope Markets South Africa, effective from February 1st. His tenure at the helm of Scope Markets is anticipated to usher in growth in the realm of online trading services.

Professional Background

Van Eyden brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having previously served as the CEO of IG South Africa, the country's foremost online trading platform. During his tenure, IG South Africa achieved unparalleled success, setting records in performance metrics, customer satisfaction, and market share.

Moreover, Van Eyden is a member of the Board of Directors at the South African Institute of Financial Markets where he contributes his expertise to promote professionalism and integrity within the financial markets.

Beyond his corporate endeavors, Van Eyden has made significant contributions to academia and literature. He serves as an author under Penguin Random House South Africa, where his work titled "Badass Trader" explores the intricacies of trading principles and strategies. Additionally, he has engaged with academia, lecturing at esteemed institutions such as the University of Pretoria and completing an associate coaching course at the Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town.

Scope Markets Appoints Global Sales Director

Earlier, Scope Markets has bolstered its team with the addition of David Andres Restrepo as the Global Sales Director, stationed in London, as reported by Finance Magnates. Restrepo transitions from Eurotrader where he held the position of Head of Global Sales for three years. Prior, he served a brief tenure of five months at ActivTrades as the Head of Business Development LATAM.

Restrepo's journey in the trading industry commenced at OvalX (formerly ETX Capital) where he initially assumed the role of Financial Sales Executive in May 2014. Over the years, he ascended to the role of Head of Business Development Manager IB/Affiliates before departing at the close of 2019. His diverse experience positions him to contribute to Scope Markets' global sales initiatives and growth trajectory.