Now being the second week in August, we notice a significant fall in the number of new executives being recruited in the forex, crypto and fintech industries. Let’s review the executives that have taken on recent roles and challenges in our executive moves roundup of the week.

Executive Moves of the Week

CFI Welcomes New Marketing Head of MENA

CFI Financial Group, a Dubai-based global multi-asset broker, has announced the appointment of Leen Daoud as the Marketing Head for the MENA region.

With over eight years of experience in the online trading industry, Leen brings vast expertise from her previous roles at Ingot Brokers and CAPEX.com. As the Marketing Head for the MENA region, Leen is expected to spearhead innovative marketing initiatives, fortifying CFI's presence. Her experience and proven track record make her a valuable asset to CFI's team.

"We are delighted to welcome Leen Daoud as our new Marketing Head of MENA," Hisham Mansour, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of CFI Financial Group, commented. "Her extensive experience in the MENA region and passion for delivering exceptional results align perfectly with our commitment to excellence and empowerment.

DHF Capital Appoints New CFO

DHF Capital S.A., a global asset management firm, welcomes Ali Jaffari as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Boasting over ten years of experience in the financial sector, Ali will directly report to the CEO, Bas Kooijman.

His primary responsibility will be shaping the financial trajectory of DHF Capital, ensuring stable growth, and devising strategies in line with the company's objectives.

"We are thrilled to welcome Ali Jaffari as the new Chief Financial Officer for DHF Capital’s global operations,” Bas Kooijman, the CEO of DHF Capital S.A. commented. “Ali will play a critical role in shaping the financial direction of the company, ensuring our financial stability, and contributing to our long-term success.

Barclays Names James Edmonds as Global Head of Sustainable Project Finance

Barclays has appointed James Edmonds as the Global Head of Sustainable Project Finance under the bank's Corporate and Investments Banking division. Edmonds will be based in New York and report to the Global Co-Heads of Capital Markets, Travis Barnes and Tom Johnson.

According to a statement issued by Barclays, Edmonds will forge collaborations in project financing. Previously, he served as the Head of Real Assets Finance for the Americas at HSBC.

Hiroaki Nagakura Has Become Head of 26 Degrees Prime Services

26 Degrees Global Markets welcomes Hiroaki Nagakura as Japan's new Head of Prime Services. Nagakura, a veteran in the FX industry with over 30 years of experience, was previously at Rakuten Securities Inc.

The CEO, Gavin White expressed excitement over Nagakura's appointment and its potential for the company's future endeavors.

"With such deep experience in multiple senior roles at some of the largest brokerages globally, we are very excited to welcome Nagakura-San to the team. 26 Degrees Global Markets' ability to attract top talent such as Nagakura-San speaks volumes to the growth we have experienced over the past decade, and the great opportunities that lie ahead for our powerhouse team, one of those being the Japanese brokerage market," White added

Doo Group Hires New Head of HR

Anca Ioana Ionescu has announced her appointment as the Head of HR in Europe at Doo Group. Her commitment to employee-centric workplaces aligns perfectly with Doo Group's ethos. As Ionescu takes on this new challenge, she invites her peers to join her in shaping a brighter future.

"I said 'I doo' to this incredible opportunity because I am passionate about creating workplaces where employees come first 😊! At Doo Group, that's exactly what we do! Putting our talented team of doo-ers at the heart of everything we create, drives our success, and I'm elated to be joining this great, terrific team of professionals," Ionescu commented.

Klarpay Welcomes Emödi

Klarpay AG announces Markus Emödi's appointment as the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer and Deputy CEO. With over 20 years in the financial domain, Emödi's expertise encompasses areas like anti-money laundering and securities law. The CEO of Klarpay, Martynas Bieliauskas, highlighted Emödi's crucial role in fortifying the company's position.