Risk (magazine)

Maxar Technologies Chief Financial Officer Biggs Porter to Retire in 2023

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

Biggs has been instrumental in driving Maxars growth and financial transformation over the last several years, said Maxar Chief Executive Officer Dan Jablonsky.

Key Points: 
  • Biggs has been instrumental in driving Maxars growth and financial transformation over the last several years, said Maxar Chief Executive Officer Dan Jablonsky.
  • Under Biggs leadership, Maxar has reduced leverage, generated topline growth, margin expansion and significantly increased free cash flow.
  • Porter joined Maxar Technologies in August 2018 as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Porter also increased financial discipline and led the introduction of new financial tools and processes.

Eventus appoints Nick Wallis as Managing Director, EMEA

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

LONDON and NEW YORK, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eventus Systems, Inc., a leading global provider of multi-asset class trade surveillance and market risk solutions, today announced that Nick Wallis has just joined as Managing Director for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region – leading the fast-growing company's sales efforts in the region. Wallis has extensive experience in financial markets, energy derivatives and technology, including 12 years at Nasdaq, where he ran its surveillance sales and account management in EMEA.

Key Points: 
  • Wallis has extensive experience in financial markets, energy derivatives and technology, including 12 years at Nasdaq, where he ran its surveillance sales and account management in EMEA.
  • Based in London, where he has spent most of his career, Wallis reports to Scott Schroeder, Global Head of Sales for Eventus.
  • The firm continues to expand its presence in EMEA, with plans to further grow the sales, account management and support staff in the coming months.
  • Earlier in his tenure, Wallis served as Director of Commodity Sales, focused on building and managing energy trading accounts.

Eventus appoints Nick Wallis as Managing Director, EMEA

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 5, 2022

LONDON and NEW YORK, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eventus Systems, Inc., a leading global provider of multi-asset class trade surveillance and market risk solutions, today announced that Nick Wallis has just joined as Managing Director for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region – leading the fast-growing company's sales efforts in the region. Wallis has extensive experience in financial markets, energy derivatives and technology, including 12 years at Nasdaq, where he ran its surveillance sales and account management in EMEA.

Key Points: 
  • Wallis has extensive experience in financial markets, energy derivatives and technology, including 12 years at Nasdaq, where he ran its surveillance sales and account management in EMEA.
  • Based in London, where he has spent most of his career, Wallis reports to Scott Schroeder, Global Head of Sales for Eventus.
  • The firm continues to expand its presence in EMEA, with plans to further grow the sales, account management and support staff in the coming months.
  • Earlier in his tenure, Wallis served as Director of Commodity Sales, focused on building and managing energy trading accounts.

Barclays Named Prime Broker of the Year in 2022 Risk Magazine Awards

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Friday, February 18, 2022

Barclays has been named Prime Broker of the Year by Risk Magazine, which recognized the firm for its overall strategy, focus, and gains over the last five years.

Key Points: 
  • Barclays has been named Prime Broker of the Year by Risk Magazine, which recognized the firm for its overall strategy, focus, and gains over the last five years.
  • Barclays global prime brokerage services include financing for equities, fixed-income, OTC clearing, futures and foreign exchange, as well as providing clients with strategic consulting insights and capital introductions.
  • Barclays is currently ranked #5 globally, up from joint #9 in 2016*, according to latest data from Coalition Greenwich Competitor Analytics.
  • We are the #1 non-US prime broker and we look forward to harnessing our momentum in 2022 with a strong pipeline that will position us well for continued growth.

Risk Magazine Names OCC Clearing House of the Year

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Thursday, February 17, 2022

OCC, the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization, has been honored as the Clearing House of the Year in 2022 by Risk Magazine.

Key Points: 
  • OCC, the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization, has been honored as the Clearing House of the Year in 2022 by Risk Magazine.
  • The Risk Awards recognize excellence in the global derivatives markets and in risk management across 27 categories.
  • The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization.
  • OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms.

THE EXCO GROUP ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF KATHY WALLER TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ExCo Group , a global executive coaching and mentoring firm, has announced the appointment of Kathy Waller to its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ExCo Group , a global executive coaching and mentoring firm, has announced the appointment of Kathy Waller to its Board of Directors.
  • We're pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Waller to our Board of Directors.
  • In addition to her board role at The ExCo Group, Waller serves on the boards of Delta Airlines, the CGI Group, Beyond Meat, and Cadence Bank.
  • The ExCo Group is a global firm of experienced CEOs and global business leaders who specialize in the business world's most valuable strategic asset: Leadership.

Fides Hires Mark O'Toole to Head Sales and Strategic Business Development in North America

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Thursday, January 13, 2022

ZURICH, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Fides Treasury Services Ltd., the global leader in multibank connectivity and communications, has announced the expansion of its business development team, hiring Mark O'Toole to head its expansion efforts in North America.

Key Points: 
  • ZURICH, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Fides Treasury Services Ltd., the global leader in multibank connectivity and communications, has announced the expansion of its business development team, hiring Mark O'Toole to head its expansion efforts in North America.
  • "I am excited to have Mark onboard to drive Fides business growth in North America," said Kaufmann.
  • "Fides is known as a leader throughout Europe and with the broadest global bank connectivity, the Fides Multibanking Suite has already started to gain substantial traction in North America," said O'Toole.
  • Whether you are using a TMS, ERP, the Fides Multibanking Suite, or any combination, Fides is the only connectivity platform you need.