First Sentier Investors, a leading global investment manager, has appointed Ashley Conn as the new Chief Financial and Strategy Officer. Conn, who will join the company in late May, brings over 25 years of experience in finance and investment banking.
ISX Financial EU Plc, a leading European provider of BankTech and payment infrastructure, has announced strong financial results for Q1 2025. The company’s performance underscores its consistent success in executing its strategic roadmap.
Antithesis, a leading autonomous software testing company, is making notable strides within the fintech and financial services industries. Its cutting-edge technology ensures the reliability and bug-free performance of the software its clients deliver, providing a vital service in sectors where reliability and accuracy are paramount.
YäRKEN, the first AI-native IT Financial Management (ITFM) platform for enterprise clients, has successfully secured a fundraising round led by 1982 Ventures. The funding will allow YäRKEN to further develop its AI capabilities and expand its customer base across North America, providing businesses with advanced tools to manage and forecast complex IT expenditures more effectively.
Nicole Lapin, a New York Times Bestselling Author and renowned personal finance expert, has partnered with Desert Financial Credit Union to promote financial well-being and empower Arizonans to take control of their financial futures. Lapin is well-known for her approachable financial advice, and this collaboration seeks to make financial literacy accessible to all, particularly through practical social media tips and guidance.
John Marshall Bank (“JMB”), a subsidiary of John Marshall Bancorp, Inc., is excited to announce the appointment of John Ashkar as Senior Vice President and Director of Business Banking. In his new role, Ashkar will lead the Bank’s business banking team and focus on expanding its small business lending programs, particularly with an increased emphasis on the Bank’s partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
intelliflo redblack, a leading provider of trade and rebalance technology solutions, today announced that Focus Financial Partners Inc. has extended its use of the platform across its network of wealth management firms. This strategic partnership enhances Focus Financial Partners’ ability to support its firms with advanced wealth-technology-stack options, fueling their growth and success.
Edelman Financial Engines (EFE), the nation’s leading independent wealth planning and workplace investment advisory firm, has announced its first acquisition of 2025: Cahill Wealth Management, a Michigan-based RIA managing approximately $426 million in client assets.
Women We Admire is proud to unveil the Top 25 Women Chief Investment Officers of 2025, spotlighting exceptional female leaders reshaping global finance. These CIOs are instrumental in defining investment strategies across a broad spectrum of organizations—from multinational corporations and major insurers to nonprofits and universities—each influencing markets, industries, and the broader economy.
Black Dragon Capital℠ , a strategic investment firm founded by fintech and credit union industry veterans, has officially partnered with California Credit Union, a leading credit union recognized by Forbes as a Best-In-State Credit Union for 2024. This collaboration aims to accelerate innovation and support the transformation of credit unions through scalable financial technologies.
