Turquoise today announces that Natan Tiefenbrun has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer[1]. This follows confirmation that Adrian Farnham will be stepping down from the role as CEO of Turquoise to pursue opportunities outside of London Stock Exchange Group.
Natan Tiefenbrun has previously held a number of senior positions within Turquoise and within the wider London Stock Exchange Group. He brings to the role, as CEO of Turquoise, a strong track record of innovation, a detailed understanding of the marketplace and an extensive network of contacts.
Commenting on the appointment, David Lester, Turquoise Chairman said:
"Natan has an in depth understanding of capital markets and has been instrumental in Turquoise's growth to date. I am very pleased that he has accepted the role of CEO of Turquoise as we look to continue to offer customers choice and flexibility in pan European equities and derivatives trading. I would like to thank Adrian for his contribution to the business since it was founded and to wish him well as he leaves to pursue new opportunities".
[1] Turquoise Global Holding Limited is an investment firm authorised by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) of the United Kingdom and Natan Tiefenbrun's appointment is subject to approval by the FSA.