In another busy week of executive appointments, promotions, and exits, we bring you significant moves from the stock exchange, fintech, forex, and bitcoin mining sectors.
The number of executive moves surged again in the second week of this month, with notable moves coming from the stock exchange, fintech, forex, and bitcoin mining sectors.
BUX named new Chief Risk and Compliance Officer amid
acquisition; London Stock Exchange Group's Patrick Strobel moved to LCH as
Chief Technology Officer; Lubomir Kaneti took the Helm at SparkMarkets; IG
Group tapped Tomas Ausra for Head of Marketing role; Clear Street appointed
Edward Tilly, former CBOE CEO, as President; CME Group appointed Mike Dennis to
lead Global Fixed Income Division; IG Group's former CFO took the helm as CFO
and Executive Director at BMS.
Other executive moves include Bitcoin miner Bitfarms promoting Ben Gagnon as CEO, BDSwiss' former MENA CEO Daniel Takieddine launching a new brokerage firm, Trent Hoerr stepping up as CEO of BullRush following a stint at FPFX, an ex-Instinet executive joining Liquidnet to boost cross-border trading, and Pepperstone's CMO Tony Gruebner bid farewell after a four-year tenure.
Delve into our executive move segment for this week as we highlight the most important executive appointments, promotions, and exits from notable brands.
Executive Moves of the Week
BUX Names New Chief Risk & Compliance Officer amid Acquisition
Dutch neobroker BUX, owned by ABN AMRO, appointed Nontya Mtshaulana as Chief Risk & Compliance Officer and member of the Management Board. Mtshaulana's new role will begin on 1 September 2024, where she will lead the company’s risk, legal, and compliance efforts and ensure practices that safeguard the interests of clients and stakeholders.
Nontya Mtshaulana, Source: LinkedIn
Interestingly, Mtshaulana will join BUX from ABN AMRO, the Dutch lender that recently completed the acquisition of the local neobroker. She has been with ABN AMRO for almost eight years and currently holds the role of Programme Manager of Sustainable Finance Regulations. Mtshaulana is a Chartered Accountant and CFA Charterholder with over 15 years of experience.
Discover more about the appointment of Nontya Mtshaulana as BUX's new Chief Risk & Compliance Officer and the latest acquisition.
London Stock Exchange Group's Patrick Strobel Moves to LCH as Chief Technology Officer
In the UK, the global clearing house LCH, which was acquired by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), named Patrick Strobel its Chief Technology Officer. Strobel has been with LSEG as the Head of SwapClear and Regulatory Reporting Technology for more than three years.
Patrick Strobel, Source: LinkedIn
Strobel has held the role of Head of Securities Technology and UnaVista at the LSEG until 2022. The veteran executive has also worked for other major industry brands in the past, including Liquidnet, Deutsche Bank, and JPMorgan. At Liquidnet, he dedicated more than three years, rising from the role of the Head of Technology for EMEA and later serving as the Chief Technology Officer. Similarly, at Deutsche Bank, he joined as the Vice President for European Head of Equity Trading Analytics and later served as the Director.
From FXDD COO to CEO: Lubomir Kaneti Takes the Helm at SparkMarkets
In yet another executive move, Lubomir Kaneti announced his new role as CEO of SparkMarkets, a firm specializing in premium SAAS Trading Technology and Services. SparkMarkets offers products, including brokerage packages, web and mobile trading platforms, ERP/BO and CRM solutions, crypto and fiat payment integrations, and AI solutions for customer engagement.
Lubomir Kaneti, Source: LinkedIn
Before his latest appointment, Kaneti was a Member of the Board of Advisors at Magnifina, where he provided strategic advice on business plans and strategies. He also held the position of Interim Chief Operations Officer at a start-up SEC-registered investment advisor firm, reportedly contributing to a 10% growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) during his tenure. His experience includes a role as Chief Commercial Officer at Trading.com US.
IG Group Taps Tomas Ausra for Head of Marketing Role
IG Group's Global Institutional Marketing Manager Tomas Ausra switched to the Head of Marketing role. Ausra, who has served as the Global Institutional Marketing Manager for nearly five years, will lead the group's brand marketing activities worldwide. His new responsibilities include raising brand awareness, generating marketing strategies, and focusing on profitability.
Tomas Ausra, Source: LinkedIn
Ausra is an experienced marketing executive who has worked with notable industry brands. Until 2019, he was the Acquisitions Digital Marketing Executive at Euromoney Institutional Investor. The Lancaster University alumnae has also worked for Procurement Leaders and Delve.
Clear Street Appoints Edward Tilly, Former CBOE CEO, as President
Meanwhile, Clear Street, a cloud-native financial technology firm focused on modernizing the brokerage ecosystem, appointed Edward Tilly as President. Tilly joined Clear Street following a decade-long tenure as Chief Executive Officer at CBOE Global Markets, during which he reportedly increased market capitalization from $2.0 billion to over $18.0 billion.
Edward Tilly
His leadership was marked by initiatives such as the acquisition of BATS Global Markets in 2017 and the introduction of financial products like zero-days-to-expiration options. Tilly brings experience and a proven track record of success in managing a publicly traded company to Clear Street. In his new role, he will collaborate closely with Chris Pento, Clear Street's Chief Executive Officer, to steer the firm through its next growth phase.
CME Group Appoints Mike Dennis to Lead Global Fixed Income Division
CME Group appointed Mike Dennis as the Global Head of Fixed Income in the latest effort to boost its interest rates business. Dennis, who is experienced in trading and clearing, will reportedly take on this role beginning August 5. He will directly report to CME Group's Chairman and CEO, Terry Duffy.
Mike Dennis, Source: CME Group Website
Speaking about the appointment, Duffy mentioned: "We are extremely pleased to add the expertise of Mike Dennis, a long-time industry professional, to our leadership team to oversee our significant and growing interest rates business, which increased 14% in Q2. As a former trader himself, Mike's deep trading, clearing, and prime brokerage knowledge, as well as his hands-on markets experience, will bring a unique perspective to this role that will benefit our clients and our organization."
Former IG Group CFO Takes Helm as CFO & Executive Director at BMS
Charlie Rozes will assume the role of CFO and Executive Director at BMS Group in November. Rozes, currently based in London, will report directly to BMS Group CEO Nick Cook. He succeeds Nick Moss, who is set to retire from the company.
Charlie Rozes, Source: LinkedIn
Rozes has a wealth of experience, having served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director at IG Group since June 2020. During his tenure, he led strategic initiatives that reportedly transformed IG Group into a global multi-asset class online trading platform and digital content provider.
In the Crypto space, mining firm Bitfarms appointed Ben Gagnon as its Chief Executive Officer in a move the company said marks a new chapter as it seeks to expand and diversify its operations beyond Bitcoin mining. Gagnon, formerly Chief Mining Officer, has reportedly been a key player in Bitfarms' rise within the Bitcoin mining industry.
Ben Gagnon, Source: Bitfarms' Website
Under Gagnon’s leadership, Bitfarms plans to explore new areas such as energy generation, heat recycling, energy trading, and high-performance computing for artificial intelligence. During his tenure as the Chief Mining Officer, Ben reportedly played a significant role in the development of Bitfarms’ growth plan.
BDSwiss' Former MENA CEO Daniel Takieddine Launches New Brokerage Firm
BDSwiss’ former CEO for MENA, Daniel Takieddine, founded a multi-asset brokerage startup that aims to empower investors to take control of their financial decisions. Takieddine, who served as BDSwiss CEO for MENA for three years, announced his new role as the Co-founder and CEO of Sky Links Capital Group this week.
Daniel Takieddine, Source: LinkedIn
According to Takieddine’s profile, Sky Links Capital Group seeks to offer a platform for trading a range of assets, including equities, bonds, commodities, and currencies. The company description reads: “Skylinks Capital equips clients with advanced tools and real-time market insights, enabling them to execute trades swiftly and confidently. Our focus on transparency and competitive pricing ensures that investors receive the support they need to navigate the complexities of global financial markets independently and effectively.”
Trent Hoerr Steps Up as CEO of BullRush Following Stint at FPFX
Trent Hoerr took on a new role as the Chief Executive Officer of BullRush. Hoerr has served as Global Committee Member at Glappitnova, a Chicago-based week-long festival aimed at uniting young influencers and aspiring leaders across various industries through storytelling sessions, artistic exhibitions, and interactive experiences.
Trent Hoerr, Source: Forbes
Prior to this, Hoerr was the Chief Operating Officer at FPFX Technologies from July 2020 to July 2024, based in Boca Raton, Florida. FPFX Technologies specializes in developing customized FX brokerage and trading solutions for a wide range of clients, including retail traders, institutional traders, money managers, and hedge funds.
Ex-Instinet Executive Joins Liquidnet to Boost Cross-Border Trading
Liquidnet onboarded Jeffrey Crane as the Head of International in the Americas to boost its cross-border trading capabilities, which currently span 57 global equity markets. Crane brings over 20 years of experience in institutional equity trading to his new role as the technology-driven agency execution specialist.
Jeff Crane, Source: LinkedIn
He joins the firm from SageTrader, where he served as managing director and Head of Sales, overseeing domestic and international trading growth. Previously, Crane spent more than two decades at Instinet, managing the company's cross-border business as Head of their International Desk in New York.
Pepperstone's CMO Tony Gruebner Bids Farewell after Four-Year Tenure
Tony Gruebner ended his tenure as the Chief Marketing Officer of Pepperstone this week. In a statement on LinkedIn, Gruebner said that it was an opportunity to lead a team and help transform the Australian finance brand.
Tony Gruebner, Source: LinkedIn
Some of his achievements at Pepperstone include creating a YouTube channel, including the Trade-Off show, which is now produced in four countries and three languages. He also noted sponsorships with the ATP Tour, Geelong Cats, Adelaide Strikers, and South East Melbourne Phoenix. Additionally, he oversaw the development and release of the Pepperstone trading app. Gruebner also mentioned three global brand campaigns with Saatchi & Saatchi NZ, including one with John McEnroe.
The number of executive moves surged again in the second week of this month, with notable moves coming from the stock exchange, fintech, forex, and bitcoin mining sectors.
BUX named new Chief Risk and Compliance Officer amid
acquisition; London Stock Exchange Group's Patrick Strobel moved to LCH as
Chief Technology Officer; Lubomir Kaneti took the Helm at SparkMarkets; IG
Group tapped Tomas Ausra for Head of Marketing role; Clear Street appointed
Edward Tilly, former CBOE CEO, as President; CME Group appointed Mike Dennis to
lead Global Fixed Income Division; IG Group's former CFO took the helm as CFO
and Executive Director at BMS.
Other executive moves include Bitcoin miner Bitfarms promoting Ben Gagnon as CEO, BDSwiss' former MENA CEO Daniel Takieddine launching a new brokerage firm, Trent Hoerr stepping up as CEO of BullRush following a stint at FPFX, an ex-Instinet executive joining Liquidnet to boost cross-border trading, and Pepperstone's CMO Tony Gruebner bid farewell after a four-year tenure.
Delve into our executive move segment for this week as we highlight the most important executive appointments, promotions, and exits from notable brands.
Executive Moves of the Week
BUX Names New Chief Risk & Compliance Officer amid Acquisition
Dutch neobroker BUX, owned by ABN AMRO, appointed Nontya Mtshaulana as Chief Risk & Compliance Officer and member of the Management Board. Mtshaulana's new role will begin on 1 September 2024, where she will lead the company’s risk, legal, and compliance efforts and ensure practices that safeguard the interests of clients and stakeholders.
Nontya Mtshaulana, Source: LinkedIn
Interestingly, Mtshaulana will join BUX from ABN AMRO, the Dutch lender that recently completed the acquisition of the local neobroker. She has been with ABN AMRO for almost eight years and currently holds the role of Programme Manager of Sustainable Finance Regulations. Mtshaulana is a Chartered Accountant and CFA Charterholder with over 15 years of experience.
Discover more about the appointment of Nontya Mtshaulana as BUX's new Chief Risk & Compliance Officer and the latest acquisition.
London Stock Exchange Group's Patrick Strobel Moves to LCH as Chief Technology Officer
In the UK, the global clearing house LCH, which was acquired by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), named Patrick Strobel its Chief Technology Officer. Strobel has been with LSEG as the Head of SwapClear and Regulatory Reporting Technology for more than three years.
Patrick Strobel, Source: LinkedIn
Strobel has held the role of Head of Securities Technology and UnaVista at the LSEG until 2022. The veteran executive has also worked for other major industry brands in the past, including Liquidnet, Deutsche Bank, and JPMorgan. At Liquidnet, he dedicated more than three years, rising from the role of the Head of Technology for EMEA and later serving as the Chief Technology Officer. Similarly, at Deutsche Bank, he joined as the Vice President for European Head of Equity Trading Analytics and later served as the Director.
From FXDD COO to CEO: Lubomir Kaneti Takes the Helm at SparkMarkets
In yet another executive move, Lubomir Kaneti announced his new role as CEO of SparkMarkets, a firm specializing in premium SAAS Trading Technology and Services. SparkMarkets offers products, including brokerage packages, web and mobile trading platforms, ERP/BO and CRM solutions, crypto and fiat payment integrations, and AI solutions for customer engagement.
Lubomir Kaneti, Source: LinkedIn
Before his latest appointment, Kaneti was a Member of the Board of Advisors at Magnifina, where he provided strategic advice on business plans and strategies. He also held the position of Interim Chief Operations Officer at a start-up SEC-registered investment advisor firm, reportedly contributing to a 10% growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) during his tenure. His experience includes a role as Chief Commercial Officer at Trading.com US.
IG Group Taps Tomas Ausra for Head of Marketing Role
IG Group's Global Institutional Marketing Manager Tomas Ausra switched to the Head of Marketing role. Ausra, who has served as the Global Institutional Marketing Manager for nearly five years, will lead the group's brand marketing activities worldwide. His new responsibilities include raising brand awareness, generating marketing strategies, and focusing on profitability.
Tomas Ausra, Source: LinkedIn
Ausra is an experienced marketing executive who has worked with notable industry brands. Until 2019, he was the Acquisitions Digital Marketing Executive at Euromoney Institutional Investor. The Lancaster University alumnae has also worked for Procurement Leaders and Delve.
Clear Street Appoints Edward Tilly, Former CBOE CEO, as President
Meanwhile, Clear Street, a cloud-native financial technology firm focused on modernizing the brokerage ecosystem, appointed Edward Tilly as President. Tilly joined Clear Street following a decade-long tenure as Chief Executive Officer at CBOE Global Markets, during which he reportedly increased market capitalization from $2.0 billion to over $18.0 billion.
Edward Tilly
His leadership was marked by initiatives such as the acquisition of BATS Global Markets in 2017 and the introduction of financial products like zero-days-to-expiration options. Tilly brings experience and a proven track record of success in managing a publicly traded company to Clear Street. In his new role, he will collaborate closely with Chris Pento, Clear Street's Chief Executive Officer, to steer the firm through its next growth phase.
CME Group Appoints Mike Dennis to Lead Global Fixed Income Division
CME Group appointed Mike Dennis as the Global Head of Fixed Income in the latest effort to boost its interest rates business. Dennis, who is experienced in trading and clearing, will reportedly take on this role beginning August 5. He will directly report to CME Group's Chairman and CEO, Terry Duffy.
Mike Dennis, Source: CME Group Website
Speaking about the appointment, Duffy mentioned: "We are extremely pleased to add the expertise of Mike Dennis, a long-time industry professional, to our leadership team to oversee our significant and growing interest rates business, which increased 14% in Q2. As a former trader himself, Mike's deep trading, clearing, and prime brokerage knowledge, as well as his hands-on markets experience, will bring a unique perspective to this role that will benefit our clients and our organization."
Former IG Group CFO Takes Helm as CFO & Executive Director at BMS
Charlie Rozes will assume the role of CFO and Executive Director at BMS Group in November. Rozes, currently based in London, will report directly to BMS Group CEO Nick Cook. He succeeds Nick Moss, who is set to retire from the company.
Charlie Rozes, Source: LinkedIn
Rozes has a wealth of experience, having served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director at IG Group since June 2020. During his tenure, he led strategic initiatives that reportedly transformed IG Group into a global multi-asset class online trading platform and digital content provider.
In the Crypto space, mining firm Bitfarms appointed Ben Gagnon as its Chief Executive Officer in a move the company said marks a new chapter as it seeks to expand and diversify its operations beyond Bitcoin mining. Gagnon, formerly Chief Mining Officer, has reportedly been a key player in Bitfarms' rise within the Bitcoin mining industry.
Ben Gagnon, Source: Bitfarms' Website
Under Gagnon’s leadership, Bitfarms plans to explore new areas such as energy generation, heat recycling, energy trading, and high-performance computing for artificial intelligence. During his tenure as the Chief Mining Officer, Ben reportedly played a significant role in the development of Bitfarms’ growth plan.
BDSwiss' Former MENA CEO Daniel Takieddine Launches New Brokerage Firm
BDSwiss’ former CEO for MENA, Daniel Takieddine, founded a multi-asset brokerage startup that aims to empower investors to take control of their financial decisions. Takieddine, who served as BDSwiss CEO for MENA for three years, announced his new role as the Co-founder and CEO of Sky Links Capital Group this week.
Daniel Takieddine, Source: LinkedIn
According to Takieddine’s profile, Sky Links Capital Group seeks to offer a platform for trading a range of assets, including equities, bonds, commodities, and currencies. The company description reads: “Skylinks Capital equips clients with advanced tools and real-time market insights, enabling them to execute trades swiftly and confidently. Our focus on transparency and competitive pricing ensures that investors receive the support they need to navigate the complexities of global financial markets independently and effectively.”
Trent Hoerr Steps Up as CEO of BullRush Following Stint at FPFX
Trent Hoerr took on a new role as the Chief Executive Officer of BullRush. Hoerr has served as Global Committee Member at Glappitnova, a Chicago-based week-long festival aimed at uniting young influencers and aspiring leaders across various industries through storytelling sessions, artistic exhibitions, and interactive experiences.
Trent Hoerr, Source: Forbes
Prior to this, Hoerr was the Chief Operating Officer at FPFX Technologies from July 2020 to July 2024, based in Boca Raton, Florida. FPFX Technologies specializes in developing customized FX brokerage and trading solutions for a wide range of clients, including retail traders, institutional traders, money managers, and hedge funds.
Ex-Instinet Executive Joins Liquidnet to Boost Cross-Border Trading
Liquidnet onboarded Jeffrey Crane as the Head of International in the Americas to boost its cross-border trading capabilities, which currently span 57 global equity markets. Crane brings over 20 years of experience in institutional equity trading to his new role as the technology-driven agency execution specialist.
Jeff Crane, Source: LinkedIn
He joins the firm from SageTrader, where he served as managing director and Head of Sales, overseeing domestic and international trading growth. Previously, Crane spent more than two decades at Instinet, managing the company's cross-border business as Head of their International Desk in New York.
Pepperstone's CMO Tony Gruebner Bids Farewell after Four-Year Tenure
Tony Gruebner ended his tenure as the Chief Marketing Officer of Pepperstone this week. In a statement on LinkedIn, Gruebner said that it was an opportunity to lead a team and help transform the Australian finance brand.
Tony Gruebner, Source: LinkedIn
Some of his achievements at Pepperstone include creating a YouTube channel, including the Trade-Off show, which is now produced in four countries and three languages. He also noted sponsorships with the ATP Tour, Geelong Cats, Adelaide Strikers, and South East Melbourne Phoenix. Additionally, he oversaw the development and release of the Pepperstone trading app. Gruebner also mentioned three global brand campaigns with Saatchi & Saatchi NZ, including one with John McEnroe.
Retail Broker FXTRADING Appoints Institutional Veteran Adam Phillips as CEO
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
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Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers
Educators, IBs, And Other Regional Growth Drivers
When acquisition costs rise and AI generated reviews are exactly as useful as they sound, performing and fair partners can make or break brokers.
This session looks at how these players are shaping access, trust and user engagement, and what the most effective partnership models look like in 2025.
Key Themes:
- Building trader communities through education and local expertise
- Aligning broker incentives with long-term regional strategies
- Regional regulation and the realities of compliant acquisition
- What’s next for performance-driven partnerships in online trading
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Zander Van Der Merwe, Key Individual & Head of Sales at TD Markets
-Brunno Huertas, Regional Manager – Latin America at Tickmill
-Paul Chalmers, CEO at UK Trading Academy
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When acquisition costs rise and AI generated reviews are exactly as useful as they sound, performing and fair partners can make or break brokers.
This session looks at how these players are shaping access, trust and user engagement, and what the most effective partnership models look like in 2025.
Key Themes:
- Building trader communities through education and local expertise
- Aligning broker incentives with long-term regional strategies
- Regional regulation and the realities of compliant acquisition
- What’s next for performance-driven partnerships in online trading
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Zander Van Der Merwe, Key Individual & Head of Sales at TD Markets
-Brunno Huertas, Regional Manager – Latin America at Tickmill
-Paul Chalmers, CEO at UK Trading Academy
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #BrokerGrowth #FintechPartnerships #RegionalMarkets
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The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet?
The Leap to Everything App: Are Brokers There Yet?
As the arms race to bundle investing, personal finance, and wallets under super apps grows fiercer, brokers are caught between a rock and a hard place.
This session explores unexpected ways for industry players to collaborate as consumer habits evolve, competitors eye the traffic, and regulation becomes more nuanced.
Speakers:
-Laura McCracken,CEO | Advisory Board Member at Blackheath Advisors | The Payments Association
-Slobodan Manojlović,Vice President | Lead Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co.
-Jordan Sinclair, President at Robinhood UK
-Simon Pelletier, Head of Product at Yuh
Gerald Perez, CEO at Interactive Brokers UK
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As the arms race to bundle investing, personal finance, and wallets under super apps grows fiercer, brokers are caught between a rock and a hard place.
This session explores unexpected ways for industry players to collaborate as consumer habits evolve, competitors eye the traffic, and regulation becomes more nuanced.
Speakers:
-Laura McCracken,CEO | Advisory Board Member at Blackheath Advisors | The Payments Association
-Slobodan Manojlović,Vice President | Lead Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co.
-Jordan Sinclair, President at Robinhood UK
-Simon Pelletier, Head of Product at Yuh
Gerald Perez, CEO at Interactive Brokers UK
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Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market?
Mind The Gap: Can Retail Investors Save the UK Stock Market?
As the dire state of listing and investment in the UK goes from a financial services problem to a national challenge, the retail investing industry is taken to task.
Join a host of executives and experts for a candid conversation about the future of millions of Brits, as seen from a financial services standpoint:
-Are they happy with the Leeds Reform, in principle and in practice?
-Is it the government’s job to affect the ‘saver’ mentality? Is it doing well?
-What can brokers and fintechs do to spur UK investment?
-How can the FCA balance greater flexibility with consumer protection?
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Nicola Higgs, Partner at Latham & Watkins
-Dan Lane, Investment Content Lead at Robinhood UK
-Jack Crone, PR & Public Affairs Lead at IG
-David Belle, Founder at Fink Money
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #FinanceLeadership #Trading #Fintech #RetailInvesting #UKFinance
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As the dire state of listing and investment in the UK goes from a financial services problem to a national challenge, the retail investing industry is taken to task.
Join a host of executives and experts for a candid conversation about the future of millions of Brits, as seen from a financial services standpoint:
-Are they happy with the Leeds Reform, in principle and in practice?
-Is it the government’s job to affect the ‘saver’ mentality? Is it doing well?
-What can brokers and fintechs do to spur UK investment?
-How can the FCA balance greater flexibility with consumer protection?
Speakers:
-Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at investingLive
-Nicola Higgs, Partner at Latham & Watkins
-Dan Lane, Investment Content Lead at Robinhood UK
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