BridgePort Appoints Zane Suren as Chief Revenue Officer

BridgePort, an institutional coordination layer for crypto off-exchange settlement, has appointed Zane Suren as its Chief Revenue Officer. Suren will oversee the firm’s global revenue strategy, managing commercial architecture, pipeline development, and the expansion of the sales function as the network scales.

Suren joins from Zodia Custody, the Standard Chartered-backed digital asset custodian, where he served as Managing Director and a member of the Global Leadership Team. During his three-year tenure, he led commercial activity across the Middle East and Africa, gaining extensive experience in how institutional asset managers and trading firms adopt digital asset infrastructure. His background highlights a focus on solving operational challenges that occur when custody, execution, and settlement functions remain siloed.

Prior to his time at Zodia Custody, Suren co-founded a digital assets infrastructure firm that provided B2B technology to over 50 exchanges and OTC desks across the EMEA region. He began his career in commodities trading, providing him with a foundation in traditional market structures before he transitioned exclusively to the digital asset sector in 2017.

Fintech Veteran Keith Todd Launches Sapphire Technology Group in London

Veteran fintech executive Keith Todd has announced the launch of Sapphire Technology Group Ltd., a London-based firm designed to drive growth and profitability in global technology businesses. The company is built upon the “Sapphire Doctrine,” a repeatable framework of leadership principles developed by Todd over 30 years in the capital markets sector. This doctrine prioritises vision, authentic culture, and a stakeholder-centric approach to business transformation.

The group will operate through two primary initiatives. Sapphire Leadership will offer intensive programmes for C-suite executives, beginning with an inaugural “Sapphire Transform 2026” event in Boulder, Colorado, this September. This immersive session is designed to help leaders implement the doctrine’s principles to achieve sustainable, scalable growth.

TNS Appoints Levent Mehmet as Managing Director for Asia Pacific

Transaction Network Services (TNS) has appointed Levent Mehmet as Managing Director for its Financial Markets business in the Asia Pacific region. Based in Singapore, Mehmet is responsible for overseeing the company’s regional strategy, sales operations, and client engagement. His leadership will cover established teams in Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore, while also supporting the company’s broader client base across markets including China, India, and Southeast Asia.

Mehmet joins TNS with over 25 years of experience in financial market data and infrastructure. He previously spent 17 years at ICE Data Services, where he played a central role in expanding the firm’s regional footprint. His career also includes professional tenures with SIX and Bloomberg across Europe and the Middle East, providing him with extensive international expertise in connectivity and market infrastructure.

The appointment strengthens TNS’s regional leadership as it continues to provide connectivity and infrastructure services to global financial markets. By leveraging Mehmet’s background in business expansion and market data, the company aims to enhance its presence and service delivery across diverse jurisdictions, including Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

SimCorp Appoints Debbie Townley as Chief People Officer

SimCorp, the global financial technology firm, has appointed Debbie Townley as its new Chief People Officer, effective 1 March 2026. Reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer Peter Sanderson, Townley will oversee the company’s global People & Culture strategy. She joins the leadership team to support SimCorp’s current phase of organisational transformation.

Townley succeeds Marlene Nyholm Voss, who has moved into a senior leadership role as Managing Director of People & Culture at Deutsche Börse Group. Based in London, Townley brings 18 years of international experience across the UK and US, having held senior human resources positions at major financial institutions including BlackRock and Brooks Macdonald.

Prior to joining SimCorp, she served as Chief People Officer at GAM Investments. An alumna of the University of Oxford, Townley holds a BA (Honours) in Politics, Philosophy and Economics. Her appointment is intended to strengthen the firm’s talent management and cultural development as it scales its operations within the fintech sector.

Broadridge Appoints Frank Troise as President of Global Capital Markets

Broadridge Financial Solutions has announced the immediate appointment of Frank Troise as President of Global Capital Markets. Reporting to Tom Carey, President of Global Technology & Operations, Troise will join the company’s Executive Leadership Team. This leadership transition occurs as the industry experiences a significant convergence of trading, financing, and post-trade services across both traditional and digital financial ecosystems.

Since joining the firm in 2024 as Head of Trading and Connectivity Solutions, Troise has been instrumental in enhancing Broadridge’s platform capabilities. His work has focused on driving strategic growth and expanding front-office offerings, specifically within execution management, analytics, and algorithmic trading.

Troise brings extensive executive experience to the role, having previously served as CEO of Pico Quantitative Trading and ITG. His background also includes leading J.P. Morgan’s global Execution Services business, where he managed cross-asset trading operations. His appointment is intended to strengthen Broadridge’s position as a provider of integrated technology solutions for global capital markets.

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

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.

Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Eurex Deutschland Elect Exchange Council Leadership

Following the rotational elections in December 2025, the Exchange Councils of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FWB) and Eurex Deutschland have held their constituent meetings to appoint leadership for the new three-year term. Both boards serve as supervisory bodies, responsible for appointing exchange management and overseeing the implementation of rules and regulations.

The FWB Exchange Council re-elected Matthias Zieschang, Executive Director at Fraport AG, as Chairman, a position he has held since 2020. Georg Stocker, CEO of DekaBank, remains Deputy Chairman. New additions to the 16-member FWB council include Dominik Heuer of Finovesta GmbH and Tobias Löschmann of Amundi Deutschland GmbH.

At Eurex Deutschland, Tobias Vogel, CEO of UBS Europe SE, was re-elected as Chairman of the 17-member council. Christoph Hock of Union Investment continues his role as Deputy Chairman. The council also welcomed Benon Janos, CFO of flatexDEGIRO AG, as a new member for the current term.

Genesis Global Announces Executive Leadership Appointments to Align Product and Technology

Genesis Global has made several executive leadership appointments aimed at integrating product strategy, technological innovation, and client delivery. Tej Sidhu, previously the Chief Technology Officer, has been named President and Chief Product Officer. In this expanded role, Sidhu will oversee go-to-market functions and product strategy, continuing his tenure on the Executive Committee and reporting directly to the CEO. He brings significant industry experience to the position, having served as CTO and head of R&D at Calypso for 16 years prior to joining Genesis in 2022.

In addition to Sidhu’s appointment, two internal leaders have been promoted to the Executive Committee. Shahin Askari, who joined the firm in 2023, has been named Chief Platform and Architecture Officer. He is now responsible for strategy and technology investments regarding the Genesis Application Platform, specifically focusing on architecture and AI capabilities. Andrew Rendell, a member of the team since 2021 and formerly VP of Platform Engineering, has been promoted to Chief Engineering Officer. Rendell will lead application delivery, DevOps, and operational excellence.

These changes finalise the composition of the Genesis Executive Committee, which now includes CEO James Harrison, Sidhu, Askari, and Rendell, alongside Carrie Mathieson (VP, People) and Fergal Magee (VP, Financial Planning & Analysis). The restructured leadership team is designed to streamline how the firm builds and supports solutions for its capital markets clients.

Laura Bayley Appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Eurex Clearing AG

Eurex Clearing AG is to appoint Laura Bayley to its Executive Board as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2026. Bayley transitions to the role from SIX Group, where she has served as Head of Clearing Services and CEO of SIX x-clear AG since 2022. Her appointment brings extensive leadership experience in financial market infrastructure, specifically within the European clearing landscape.

During her tenure at SIX, Bayley oversaw significant regulatory strategy and legal initiatives, including major integration projects involving SIX x-clear and BME Clearing. She currently represents the organisation on several influential industry bodies, holding seats on the SWIFT Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of the European Association of CCP Clearing Houses (EACH).

Bayley’s professional background is rooted in law and governance, having developed critical regulatory frameworks for the clearing sector. Before joining SIX in 2016, she practised at a prominent Swiss law firm. She holds a dual degree in Law and Chinese Studies, providing a robust academic foundation for her new role leading one of the world’s major central counterparties.

Taskize Appoints Ben Pielow as Senior Sales Executive

Taskize, the Euroclear-owned investment operations platform, has announced the return of Ben Pielow as Senior Sales Executive. Based in London, Pielow is tasked with driving global growth for the fintech firm. He returns to the company with nearly 20 years of experience in market infrastructure, having previously served as Taskize’s head of new business sales for four years.

Pielow joins from Genesis Global, where he was Director of Strategic Accounts. His career in the fintech and capital markets sectors includes significant roles at Smart Communications, Duco, and SmartStream Technologies. His background is defined by a strong focus on sales strategy and client development, particularly through his previous work with tier-one custodian banks.

In his new role, Pielow will leverage this extensive industry expertise to expand Taskize’s international footprint. His appointment highlights the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team as it continues to scale its collaboration services within the financial services industry.