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WealthKernel Appoints Brian Schwieger as Its Chairman and Non-exec Director
WealthKernel, a leading provider of digital investment infrastructure, today announces the appointment of capital markets veteran Brian Schwieger as its new Chair of the Board.
Brian was previously the Global Head of Equities and ETF trading at the London Stock Exchange (LSE), bringing decades of capital markets experience to WealthKernel. Prior to the LSE, Brian was the Managing Director and the Head of Electronic Trading at BoA Merrill Lynch. He also has a strong background in working with complex B2B platforms, including FinTechs and RegTechs.
Brian has chaired the London Stock Exchange’s Brexit working group, overseen large-scale reviews and upgrades to the LSE’s trading platform, and negotiated a strategic trading link between the LSE and the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
As the Chairman, Brian will provide strategic guidance and expertise to support the company’s executive team and ensure that WealthKernel is on its way to meeting its objectives. His deep knowledge of the financial industry and experience in disruptive technologies will help to shape the company’s strategic direction and contribute to WealthKernel’s continued growth and development in capital markets.
Brian Schwieger, Chairman at WealthKernel, says,
“I am thrilled to be joining WealthKernel at this exciting time in its growth. The company has a track record of delivering innovative investment solutions, and I look forward to working with the team to help build on its success.”
Karan Shanmugarajah, CEO at WealthKernel, says,
“We are delighted to welcome Brian to the WealthKernel team. His extensive experience and expertise in Capital Markets and financial technology will be invaluable as we continue to grow and expand our company. We look forward to working with Brian and benefiting from his insights and guidance.”
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