Broadridge Appoints Ian Williams as Head of International Broadridge Trading and Connectivity Solutions

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR) today announced the appointment of Ian Williams to the newly created role of Head of International, Broadridge Trading and Connectivity Solutions (BTCS), effective immediately. Williams, who relocates from Toronto to London to take on the expanded remit, will retain his current responsibilities as Global Head of Trading and Execution Product Management. He will report to Brian Pomraning, BTCS Chief Product Officer. 

“Our clients across EMEA and APAC are navigating increasing complexity in trading, execution and market structure, and they need a partner who can bring integrated, globally consistent capabilities to bear,” said Mike Sleightholme, President of Broadridge International. “Ian brings deep practitioner expertise and a strong track record of translating that complexity into clear product strategy and client solutions. This expanded role will help us deliver greater focus and connectivity across our international BTCS business.” 

Williams is a seasoned capital markets executive with more than 30 years of experience spanning trading, market structure, and global product leadership. Prior to joining Broadridge, he spent 16 years at Virtu Financial and ITG, holding senior leadership roles including CEO of the Canadian business and Head of U.S. Execution Services. Earlier in his career, Williams spent over a decade at TD, as Portfolio Manager and Head of Trading at TD Asset Management.

“Broadridge has built an exceptional platform in capital markets, and the international opportunity across EMEA and APAC is significant,” said Williams. “I look forward to working closely with our clients and our global and regional teams to strengthen connectivity, improve execution, and support growth across the business.” 

In his expanded role, Williams will work closely with global, regional and country leaders to align priorities and accelerate growth across Broadridge’s trading and connectivity business in Europe and Asia-Pacific.

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