CMC Markets Adds Ex-Alpari UK CEO, David Hodge as CCO

CMC Markets has appointed David Hodge as its newest Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), according to a CMC Markets statement.

Mr. Hodge joins CMC Markets from Alpari UK Limited, where he served in a number of executive level roles over the past four years. These include Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and most recently Chief Executive Officer.

Before Alpari UK, Mr. Hodge also held a number of senior positions at Scottish Courage Limited, Bmibaby, and IG Group.

According to Peter Cruddas, Chief Executive at CMC Markets, in a recent statement on the appointment, “Building on the strong team we already have at CMC Markets is essential to drive forward our growth ambitions. David’s extensive strategic and commercial experience in various industries, and most importantly our own, makes him a superb addition to the leadership team. 2015 looks set to be a standout year and David will bring an invaluable perspective to how we accelerate growth.”

“It’s fantastic to join such an ambitious team and innovative brand at what is an exciting time for the business. I’m looking forward to working with the great teams here to help push the company to the next level, while creating an even more commanding brand within the sector and beyond,” added Mr. Hodge in an accompanying statement.