Previously, Kyriakoudes assumed the role of Group CFO at IronFX.
He spent over eight years of his career at FXTM, assuming diverse key roles.
Executive moves
George Kyriakoudes has announced his appointment as the
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Skilling, a brokerage firm. The announcement
was made today, (Friday), as Kyriakoudes shared the news via his LinkedIn
profile.
Expertise Unveiled: Career Journey to Skilling
With a notable career spanning various financial roles,
Kyriakoudes brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new position at
Skilling. Prior to joining the firm, he served as an Advisory Board Member at
Aria Health for approximately three years. His contributions to Aria Health
underscore his strategic insights and leadership capabilities within the
industry.
George Kyriakoudes, CFO, Skilling, Source: LinkedIn
Notably, Kyriakoudes served as the Group CFO at IronFX for two years and four months, when he played a pivotal role
in overseeing the brokerage business, family office, and other ventures. His
tenure at IronFX solidified his reputation as a seasoned financial
executive with a keen understanding of market dynamics and operational
intricacies.
Before his time at IronFX, Kyriakoudes spent over eight
years at ForexTime (FXTM) where he held various key roles, including CFO, the Head of Risk Management and Reporting, the Head of Internal
Audit and Reporting, and Senior Internal Auditor. His extensive experience at
FXTM equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management,
risk assessment, and internal control mechanisms.
From LinkedIn
Prior to his tenure at FXTM, Kyriakoudes served as an
Internal Auditor at Alpari Group for nine months, enriching his
professional repertoire with insights into audit processes and regulatory
compliance.
Leadership Change: CEO Resignation Shakes Skilling Group
Meanwhile, Skilling
Group's CEO, Michael Kamerman, has resigned after leading the company
through a record-breaking year in 2023. With 15 years of experience at FXCM, he
ascended from a Sales Associate to the Managing Director, as reported by Finance Magnates. Kamerman, in a
LinkedIn post, highlighted Skilling's achievements in 2023 and expressed
optimism for continued success in 2024 with a strong team in place.
George Kyriakoudes has announced his appointment as the
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Skilling, a brokerage firm. The announcement
was made today, (Friday), as Kyriakoudes shared the news via his LinkedIn
profile.
Expertise Unveiled: Career Journey to Skilling
With a notable career spanning various financial roles,
Kyriakoudes brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new position at
Skilling. Prior to joining the firm, he served as an Advisory Board Member at
Aria Health for approximately three years. His contributions to Aria Health
underscore his strategic insights and leadership capabilities within the
industry.
George Kyriakoudes, CFO, Skilling, Source: LinkedIn
Notably, Kyriakoudes served as the Group CFO at IronFX for two years and four months, when he played a pivotal role
in overseeing the brokerage business, family office, and other ventures. His
tenure at IronFX solidified his reputation as a seasoned financial
executive with a keen understanding of market dynamics and operational
intricacies.
Before his time at IronFX, Kyriakoudes spent over eight
years at ForexTime (FXTM) where he held various key roles, including CFO, the Head of Risk Management and Reporting, the Head of Internal
Audit and Reporting, and Senior Internal Auditor. His extensive experience at
FXTM equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management,
risk assessment, and internal control mechanisms.
From LinkedIn
Prior to his tenure at FXTM, Kyriakoudes served as an
Internal Auditor at Alpari Group for nine months, enriching his
professional repertoire with insights into audit processes and regulatory
compliance.
Leadership Change: CEO Resignation Shakes Skilling Group
Meanwhile, Skilling
Group's CEO, Michael Kamerman, has resigned after leading the company
through a record-breaking year in 2023. With 15 years of experience at FXCM, he
ascended from a Sales Associate to the Managing Director, as reported by Finance Magnates. Kamerman, in a
LinkedIn post, highlighted Skilling's achievements in 2023 and expressed
optimism for continued success in 2024 with a strong team in place.
Tareq is a financial writer with 15 years of experience covering global markets. His work spans technical analysis, forex broker reviews, and market sentiment, with a focus on topics relevant to retail traders. He joined Finance Magnates in 2023.
At Finance Magnates, he serves as News Editor, covering retail forex and CFD brokers, cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech firms, and regulatory developments shaping the trading industry. He holds an Honours degree in Information Technology from Anfell College, London.
Education:
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Andreas Pilavakis Leaves FunderPro for COO Role at GOAT Funded Futures
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
https://awards.financemagnates.com/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=nominations-open
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech #FinanceIndustry
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
https://awards.financemagnates.com/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=nominations-open
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech #FinanceIndustry
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 | Nominations Now Open 🏆#Fintech #FMAwards #TradingIndustry
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 | Nominations Now Open 🏆#Fintech #FMAwards #TradingIndustry
Lights on. Cameras ready. 🎬
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech
Lights on. Cameras ready. 🎬
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav: Solving Data Fragmentation & Lag for Brokers & Prop Firms
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav: Solving Data Fragmentation & Lag for Brokers & Prop Firms
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav sits down with Finance Magnates to discuss the core technology challenges facing CFD brokers and proprietary trading firms today.
Jadhav explains how the industry's reliance on batch processing and fragmented systems (where CRMs, risk tools, and trading platforms operate with separate 'sources of truth') leads to delayed data and inconsistent operational decisions. He argues that real-time event processing is essential for managing fast-moving trading activity and risk.
Learn how Altima's unified, event-driven architecture, connecting Altima CRM, Altima Prop, IB systems, and risk management through a single backbone, is designed to provide synchronous data and better operational coordination for modern brokerage and prop firm stacks.
Key Topics:
- Broker and Prop Firm Data Challenges
- The problem of delayed data processing (batch processing vs. real-time events)
- Fragmented systems and conflicting data sources
- Altima's unified, event-driven solution architecture
- The concept of a "risk-aware CRM"
- Built-in risk management in Altima Prop
#Altima #financemagnates #iFXDubai #FinTech #BrokerTech #PropFirm #CFDBroker #TradingTechnology #RealTimeData #RiskManagement #CRM #FinancialMarkets #EventDrivenArchitecture
Altima CTO Sunil Jadhav sits down with Finance Magnates to discuss the core technology challenges facing CFD brokers and proprietary trading firms today.
Jadhav explains how the industry's reliance on batch processing and fragmented systems (where CRMs, risk tools, and trading platforms operate with separate 'sources of truth') leads to delayed data and inconsistent operational decisions. He argues that real-time event processing is essential for managing fast-moving trading activity and risk.
Learn how Altima's unified, event-driven architecture, connecting Altima CRM, Altima Prop, IB systems, and risk management through a single backbone, is designed to provide synchronous data and better operational coordination for modern brokerage and prop firm stacks.
Key Topics:
- Broker and Prop Firm Data Challenges
- The problem of delayed data processing (batch processing vs. real-time events)
- Fragmented systems and conflicting data sources
- Altima's unified, event-driven solution architecture
- The concept of a "risk-aware CRM"
- Built-in risk management in Altima Prop
#Altima #financemagnates #iFXDubai #FinTech #BrokerTech #PropFirm #CFDBroker #TradingTechnology #RealTimeData #RiskManagement #CRM #FinancialMarkets #EventDrivenArchitecture
