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Liquidnet Appoints Michael Gibbons as Global Head of Listed Derivatives Business Development

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Liquidnet, the technology-driven agency execution specialist, has appointed Michael Gibbons as Global Head of Listed Derivatives Business Development. Joining from Morgan Stanley, where he spent 12 years leading electronic futures sales and coverage, Gibbons brings nearly two decades of experience in multi-asset execution. He has previously held senior roles at Goldman Sachs, focusing on electronic derivatives markets and execution strategies.

Based in New York, Gibbons reports to Marianna Rayetskyy, Global Head of Listed Derivatives. In this new role, he is responsible for driving Liquidnet’s global expansion strategy for listed derivatives. His remit includes deepening client relationships across various geographies and asset classes, while identifying emerging trading opportunities within the futures and options markets.

Throughout his career, Gibbons has demonstrated expertise in the adoption of algorithmic execution and Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) tools. At Liquidnet, he will leverage this technical background to scale the firm’s listed derivatives offering. This appointment underscores Liquidnet’s commitment to strengthening its electronic trading capabilities and expanding its footprint within the global cross-asset landscape.

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