Clearwater Promotes Two Leaders to Senior Roles

Clearwater Analytics has promoted two managers to more senior roles as part of a strategy to scale the technology platform globally.

Subi Sethi has been elevated to chief operating officer after five years at the company and is charged with improving client experience through the use of artificial intelligence and driving efficiencies across the enterprise.

Cindy Blendu has been named chief administrative officer, adding human resources, corporate IT and facilities management to her responsibilities.

Allvue Boosts IT Budget and Hires New Data Leaders

Alternative investments technology provider Allvue Systems has increased investment into artificial intelligence, data and talent, starting with the appointment of industry veterans Dmitri Sedov as chief data and analytics officer, Mack Santora as head of AI and Brad Rosenfeld as chief marketing officer.

The New York-based company said it had increased its IT budget 70 per cent year-on-year in a “relentless drive to innovate”.

Chris Jackson Appointed Global Head of Equities at Liquidnet

Liquidnet has promoted Chris Jackson to the role of global head of equities, marking a new chapter in his decade-long career with the firm. Based in London, Jackson steps up from his previous dual position as global head of equity strategy and head of equities for EMEA, roles he held since August 2019.

Jackson joined Liquidnet in March 2015 as head of EQS for EMEA before transitioning into equities leadership. Before his tenure at Liquidnet, he served as head of EMEA execution sales at Citi from 2009 to 2015, and previously held director-level roles in portfolio sales, analytics, and sales trading at SBC Warburg and Merrill Lynch. In 2012, he briefly advised HM Treasury and the Government Office for Science on computer-based trading while at Citi.

Qomply Taps Veteran Sales Leader Steven Stewart to Steer US-UK Growth

RegTech firm Qomply has hired Steven Stewart as its new Strategic Commercial Director, tasking him with sharpening the company’s expansion strategy across the United States and the United Kingdom.

Stewart brings 25 years of international sales leadership, most recently as Executive Vice President at Trading Technologies, where he helped build a platform used by many of the world’s largest financial institutions. Earlier roles include senior positions at FutureSource, now part of Interactive Data.

“We are so excited to welcome Steven to our team,” said Michelle Zak, Co-founder at Qomply. “His industry experience speaks for itself, and his leadership and vision will play a pivotal role as we continue to grow and innovate in the RegTech space.”

Stewart framed the move as a chance to pair robust technology with regulatory know-how: “I’m delighted to be joining Qomply at such an exciting period of its growth trajectory. Qomply’s leading tech coupled with its deep industry and regulatory expertise present a unique opportunity to drive innovation and deliver exceptional value to clients. I look forward to working with the team to build on this momentum and help shape the future of compliance solutions.”

Sterling Trading Tech Appoints Julie Armstrong as Chief Commercial Officer to Drive Global Expansion

Sterling Trading Tech has appointed Julie Armstrong as its Chief Commercial Officer, a new role aimed at supporting the company’s global growth strategy. This move reflects Sterling’s ongoing evolution, marked by progress in attracting new client segments, expanding product offerings, and increasing its international footprint. Armstrong will lead efforts to advance strategic revenue initiatives across Sterling’s Order Management System, Risk and Margin, and Trading Platforms, which serve all asset classes globally.

Armstrong brings extensive experience in fintech and revenue generation, having previously held leadership roles at ChartIQ and CME Group Inc. Her background includes overseeing global market technology services and contributing to diversity initiatives within the industry. Her appointment is expected to bolster Sterling’s commercial capabilities and support its next stage of accelerated development.

ESG Data Firm Measurabl Names New People, Culture Chief

Sustainability data platform Measurabl has appointed Marta Patlan as Senior Vice President, People & Culture to oversee the company’s talent development and cultural policies. Patlan has previously worked at Sportradar, Aristocrat, and Brightstar.

LSEG Appoints Gianluca Biagini and Ron Lefferts as Co-Heads of Data & Analytics

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has appointed Gianluca Biagini and Ron Lefferts as Co-Heads of its Data & Analytics division. Biagini, set to join from S&P Global on 18 August 2025, and Lefferts, who has been with LSEG since 2021 and joined the Executive Committee in 2023, will jointly lead the global data and analytics operations. Both will report directly to CEO David Schwimmer and become members of the Executive Committee.

The pair will oversee LSEG’s services to over 44,000 customers in more than 170 countries, with a particular focus on expanding the LSEG Workspace product. Biagini brings over 25 years of experience from roles at S&P Global and Bloomberg, specialising in financial instrument valuation and analytics. Lefferts, currently LSEG’s Group Head of Sales & Account Management, has held previous senior roles at Protiviti and IBM, leading technology and financial services initiatives globally.

Consulting Meets Law: Squire Patton Boggs Adds Financial Crime Specialists Taccogna & Webb

Squire Patton Boggs has expanded its Financial Services Practice Group in London by welcoming two seasoned professionals, Federica Taccogna and Nigel Webb, both formerly co-heads of the Governance, Risk and Regulation practice at Interpath Advisory. Taccogna joins as a principal, while Webb takes on the role of senior advisor.

Taccogna brings over two decades of experience in regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention. She has held senior compliance roles at institutions such as Credit Suisse, Royal Bank of Scotland, and ICICI Bank in the UK. Her expertise includes leading investigations into complex financial crime schemes across various jurisdictions, advising regulators and law enforcement agencies, and serving as a strategic advisor to the Malta Financial Services Authority and the Malta Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit.

Webb offers a 40-year career spanning senior roles in industry and consulting across all major continents. His experience includes serving as a partner at Andersen and Deloitte, Global CIO at Interdealer Broker ICAP, and Head of Risk and Technology for JP Morgan’s Global Derivative Services. He has also held senior positions at Interpath Advisory, where he co-led the Governance, Risk and Regulation practice.

Both Taccogna and Webb specialize in advising financial institutions, regulators, and governments on conduct matters, particularly in sectors such as gambling, online gaming, crypto, and payments. Their expertise encompasses financial crime regulation, including anti-money laundering, sanctions, market abuse, fraud, and anti-bribery and corruption, as well as product and client governance.

Jim Barresi, global head of the Financial Services Practice Group at Squire Patton Boggs, stated, “Having held senior positions at some of the world’s leading consultancies, Federica and Nigel bring extensive experience assessing and remediating financial crime concerns for institutions, regulators, and governments around the world. Their arrival brings together consulting and legal services under one roof to help us provide a full range of services to resolve disputes and inquiries our clients receive from industry regulators.”

European managing partner Jonathan Jones added, “Federica and Nigel’s experience and wealth of connections are synergistic with the work of our regulatory, Public Policy and Government Investigations and White-Collar teams, and their arrival will help us develop our offering across a number of practices.”

This move follows several senior hires into the firm’s Financial Services Practice Group this year, including Global Trade Finance partners Philip Prowse and Jameel Tarmohamed in London, and senior advisors Daniel Rudder and Nathan Romano in New York. Additionally, financial services lawyer Mona Ma was promoted to partner.

NeoXam Names New Director to Drive UK, Irish and African Growth

NeoXam has named Mark Johnson as Managing Director of the United Kingdom (UK), Ireland and Middle East and Africa (MEA) regions, supporting the data management and investment technology company’s broader global expansion plans following its acquisition of EZOPS a year ago.

Johnson, a 25-year veteran of the financial software industry, will deploy his experience in frontline sales and contract negotiations as the Paris-based company seeks greater exposure to markets in South Africa and the wider region.

The former Alveo leader will report directly to NeoXam Chief Executive Florent Fabre, who said Johnson’s “strategic vision and client-centric approach will be invaluable as we continue our global expansion”.

NeoXam bought EZOPS, an artificial intelligence-enabled automation and reconciliation specialist, to bolster its own machine learning and capabilities and to help drive its growth overseas.

SimCorp Appoints Ronan Donnelly as Chief Operations Officer

SimCorp has announced the appointment of Ronan Donnelly as its new Chief Operations Officer, effective immediately. Donnelly will play a key role in guiding the company’s strategic direction, streamlining operations, and supporting long-term sustainable growth. He will report directly to CEO Georg Hetrodt.

Donnelly joined SimCorp in 2020 and most recently served as Senior Vice President of SaaS Operations. His achievements at the company include implementing AI-enabled support and expanding SimCorp’s global footprint with a presence in Mexico City. He brings prior experience from senior roles at fintech firms such as SunGard, FIS, and Finastra. Donnelly holds a BA in Banking and Finance from the University of Ulster and has international experience from time spent in London and New York.