Ether Capital Corporation, a company focused on the development of Ethereum and Web3 ecosystem, announced on Monday the appointment of Ian McPherson as President and Chief Financial Officer, and Jillian Friedman as Chief Operating Officer.
According to the press release, McPherson’s experience includes 17 years in the investment banking industry, having worked in London and Toronto for banks, life insurance companies and asset managers. Moreover, he served as Chief Financial Officer for several wealth management organizations and is currently serving on the Government of Canada’s Expert Panel on Climate Adaptation.
Also, Friedman, a lawyer and banking expert, has arrived at Ether Capital Corporation with experience in the crypto and blockchain sphere since 2014. In fact, she has been working for the last seven years with the National Bank of Canada to bolster its blockchain and digital asset efforts, focusing on wealth management, capital markets and risk sectors.
“Ether Capital is well-positioned and well-financed to develop new, innovative blockchain solutions. I am very pleased and excited to be part of the senior team and contribute to the company’s future success,” McPherson commented on his appointment. “I’m thrilled to bring my experience and expertise in both traditional finance and the blockchain ecosystem to Ether Capital. I look forward to building out the next phase of the business and adding value for shareholders,” Friedman said about her new role at the crypto company.
Replacing Stefan Coolican
With the new appointments, McPherson will succeed Stefan Coolican, who has served as the Company’s President and Chief Financial Officer since July 2018. In addition, on March 31, 2022, Colocan will resign from the Company’s Board of Directors in conjunction with his departure as the Company’s President and Chief Financial Officer but will continue to be involved with the company as an advisor by joining the Advisory Board.
