Forex Policy: Top Executive Moves – February 2025

The forex and financial services industry is in constant motion, and February 2025 has been no exception. From powerhouse brokerage firms to cutting-edge fintech disruptors, top industry leaders are making bold moves to drive innovation, expand markets, and refine trading experiences.

This month, we spotlight the executives stepping into influential roles—each bringing strategic expertise and a vision for growth. Read on to discover the leadership changes shaping the future of forex.

Accuindex Appoints Nael Saleh as CEO

Accuindex has named Nael Saleh as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over 20 years of experience in business and financial markets, Saleh is poised to lead the company toward technological advancements and broader market reach. His tenure at ADSS and MultiBank Group has equipped him with deep insights into trading and brokerage operations, aligning with Accuindex’s mission to offer world-class trading solutions.

“I am honored to join Accuindex at this exciting stage. The company has built a strong reputation, and I look forward to expanding our global presence and enhancing client relationships,” said Saleh.

Daman Markets Strengthens Sales Leadership with Maria Shenouda

Daman Markets has appointed Maria Shenouda as Vice President of Sales, leveraging her extensive experience in relationship management and business development. Having previously worked with StoneX Group Inc. and Swissquote, Shenouda’s expertise in high-net-worth client relations will be instrumental in the brokerage’s continued growth.

CFI Financial Group Welcomes Carla Nemr as Global Director of Business Development

With over 25 years in financial services, Carla Nemr joins CFI Financial Group as its Global Director of Business Development. Her strategic acumen, honed at Tickmill, Amana Capital, and FXTM, will drive CFI’s international growth, focusing on partnerships, client acquisition, and product expansion.

“I am honored to join CFI Financial Group and look forward to fostering collaboration and innovation on a global scale,” remarked Nemr.

OneRoyal Names James Trescothick as Head of Market Research & Analysis

James Trescothick has joined OneRoyal as Head of Market Research & Analysis, bringing over 20 years of expertise in trading education, research, and strategy development. Having held senior roles at easyMarkets and FXPRIMUS, Trescothick will lead OneRoyal’s research initiatives, providing traders with actionable insights.

Lunar Appoints Nanna Bergmann as General Manager of Moonrise

Danish digital bank Lunar has named Nanna Bergmann as General Manager of Moonrise, its payments infrastructure arm. With prior experience at The Bank of London and Google UK, Bergmann will spearhead Moonrise’s expansion in the Nordic fintech space.

HFM Expands Leadership with Dimitris Pitsillis & Hayel Abu-Hamdan

HFM (HF Markets) has welcomed Dimitris Pitsillis as Head of Strategic Partnerships, following his impactful tenure at Exinity, where he led global partnerships.

Additionally, Hayel Abu-Hamdan MBA (Hons) has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), bringing 14 years of experience from Hantec Markets, focusing on global expansion and commercial strategy.

“I am honored to join HFM, a company at the forefront of trading innovation. I look forward to driving our expansion and enhancing client offerings,” said Abu-Hamdan.

Pierce Crosby Launches Merchant Seven (M7)

After six years at TradingView , where he led Enterprise & North America operations, Pierce Crosby has launched Merchant Seven (M7), a strategy consulting firm aimed at accelerating growth for early-stage tech firms. M7 is already making waves with its innovative leadership model, securing five clients at launch.

Sterling Trading Tech Adds Christopher Contrino to Business Development Team

Sterling Trading Tech has brought on Christopher Contrino to strengthen its business development efforts. With a background at Trading Technologies and Fidessa, Contrino will play a key role in expanding Sterling’s trading solutions across global markets.

Code Willing Names Jake Beeman to Board of Directors

Fintech firm Code Willing has appointed Jake Beeman to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to global expansion. Beeman’s leadership and expertise in capital markets will support the company’s continued innovation in financial technology.

As the forex industry adapts to new challenges and opportunities, these leadership moves underscore a dynamic and forward-thinking approach among top financial firms. Stay tuned for next month’s update on executive shifts shaping the industry.

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